Federal Reserve Rate Hike Signals Shift in Global Capital Flows; eBayFX Highlights Income-Focused Strategy

The U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates in December 2016 for only the second time since the global financial crisis, signaling improving economic conditions and a gradual tightening cycle. The move strengthened the U.S. dollar and triggered capital rotation across global equity, bond, and commodity markets. Higher rates increased borrowing costs and created pressure on speculative investments, while income-producing assets with stable cash flows drew renewed investor attention. During