Global central bankers and economists will gather next week in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, for the Federal Reserve's annual economic policy symposium, with Fed Chair Kevin Warsh delivering the keynote address at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, August 28. This marks his first Jackson Hole appearance since assuming the role, and his remarks on the economic outlook and rate path are expected to heavily influence market pricing, particularly in foreign exchange. Goldman Sachs analysts note that historical patterns show such speeches significantly amplify FX volatility, with EUR/USD potentially among the most sensitive. Additional confirmed speakers include European Central Bank Executive Board member Isabel Schnabel, Central Bank of Chile Governor Rosanna Costa, and Reserve Bank of New Zealand Governor Anna Breman. The full agenda will be released on August 27, and Warsh's televised live speech will include no Q&A session, unlike other presentations. Markets will also scrutinize off-camera interviews with Fed officials, which may begin as early as Wednesday and continue through Friday, potentially offering more direct policy signals since Warsh has been cautious on forward guidance. TD Securities analysts warn that the dollar faces risks of amplified volatility around the event, given non-extreme speculative positioning that leaves room for repricing. A hawkish tone emphasizing higher rates for longer could strengthen the dollar, while a dovish message acknowledging growth risks might trigger selling. The conference theme is "Financial Innovation: Implications for Payments and Policy," with discussions touching on artificial intelligence, digital assets, and evolving market dynamics, though public statements from officials will matter more for trading than academic papers. The event is hosted by the Kansas City Fed, and its president may speak publicly as early as Wednesday. While the symposium provides policy insights, markets will ultimately rely on upcoming data from the Fed's September meeting for rate repricing.