monetary policy News

President Trump Urges Federal Reserve to Slash Interest Rates Following Global Trends

President Donald Trump urges the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, citing no inflation and lower prices in essential goods. This comes after a report showing a slight decrease...

BoE's Chief Economist Warns of Persistent Inflation Risks and Structural Economic Shifts

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill warns of second-round inflation effects and structural changes in price and wage setting, indicating a need for persistent monetary policy ...

ECB's Gabriel Makhlouf Warns of Prolonged Uncertainty Amid Trade Wars and Geoeconomic Fragmentation

ECB's Gabriel Makhlouf warns of prolonged uncertainty due to trade wars and geoeconomic fragmentation, stressing the need for careful monetary policy calibration to safeguard the E...

RBI's Record Dividend Set to Flood Banking System with Rs 6 Lakh Crore Liquidity Boost

The RBI is expected to transfer a hefty dividend to the government, potentially boosting banking system liquidity to Rs 6 lakh crore. This move could lower short-term interest rate...

BOK Clarifies Governor's QE Comments After Sparking Market Turmoil and Economic Concerns

The Bank of Korea addresses market concerns after Governor Rhee Chang-yong's comments on quantitative easing spark volatility, clarifying the central bank's stance to stabilize fin...

Fed's Kugler Warns: US Trade Policy Shifts Could Lead to Higher Prices and Slower Growth

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler warns that recent US trade policy changes could lead to higher prices, reduced real incomes, and slower economic growth, while the Fed remai...

BoE's Lombardelli Highlights Restrictive Monetary Policy Amid Inflation Concerns

BoE's Clare Lombardelli discusses the restrictive nature of current monetary policy at 4.25% interest rate, emphasizing caution and the need for sustained economic data improvement...

Bank of Korea Seeks Regulatory Power Over Won-Pegged Stablecoins to Safeguard Monetary Policy

The Bank of Korea is pushing for regulatory oversight over won-pegged stablecoins to protect monetary policy integrity, highlighting concerns over financial stability and the poten...

Fed's Barr Warns of Trade Policy Uncertainty Impacting Inflation and Growth

Federal Reserve Vice Chair Michael Barr discusses the impact of trade policy uncertainties on inflation and growth, emphasizing the economy's strength but warning of potential chal...

BoE Cuts Interest Rates to 4.25% Amid Global Trade Uncertainties and Inflation Progress

The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 4.25% following a tight 5-4 vote, citing progress on disinflation but expressing caution over global trade uncertainties. The move ref...

Bank of Japan Eyes Interest Rate Hikes Amid Economic Growth and Inflation Targets

The Bank of Japan is considering interest rate hikes if economic growth and inflation meet their targets, with discussions on timing and flexibility due to global uncertainties and...

Fed Chair Powell Hints at Potential Policy Shifts Amid Rising Unemployment Concerns

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggests that increasing unemployment rates may lead to changes in the Fed's monetary policy, with potential wide-ranging effects on the economy...

Fed Chair Powell Advocates Patience in Monetary Policy Adjustments Amid Economic Strength

Fed Chair Jerome Powell highlights a patient approach to monetary policy adjustments, citing a solid U.S. economy and cooling inflation, but warns of potential tariff impacts.

Federal Reserve Expected to Maintain Steady Interest Rates Amid Inflation Concerns

The Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady at 4.25% to 4.5% in May, focusing on inflation control. Despite economic slowdown and political pressures for cuts, the ...

European Markets Dip as Investors Eye Central Bank Decisions Amid Corporate Earnings

European equity indices closed lower as traders assessed corporate earnings and anticipated key monetary policy decisions from the Federal Reserve and Bank of England, with signifi...

US Stock Futures Rise as Investors Await Federal Reserve's Crucial Policy Decision

US stock futures rise as investors await the Federal Reserve's policy decision, with optimism also fueled by upcoming US-China trade talks. Key market indices show positive movemen...

US Stock Futures Rise as Investors Await Federal Reserve's Crucial Policy Decision

US stock futures climbed as investors awaited the Federal Reserve's policy decision, with additional optimism from upcoming US-China trade talks. Key indices showed positive moveme...

US Stock Futures Rise as Investors Await Federal Reserve's Crucial Policy Decision

US stock futures climb as investors eagerly anticipate the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision, with optimism also buoyed by upcoming US-China trade talks. Major indices sho...

Asia-Pacific Markets Show Resilience Amid Fed Decision Anticipation and India-Pakistan Tensions

Asia-Pacific stock markets mostly rose as investors awaited the Fed's policy decision and monitored India-Pakistan tensions. Japan's Nikkei fell slightly, while South Korea, Austra...

Market Watch: Earnings Reports, Fed's Rate Decision, and Political Shifts to Shape This Week's Financial Landscape

This week is packed with financial updates, including key corporate earnings, the Fed's rate decision, and significant political and sporting events. Investors and enthusiasts alik...

Poonam Gupta Steps Into Role as RBI Deputy Governor: A New Era for India's Financial Leadership

Poonam Gupta has been appointed as the new Deputy Governor of the RBI, taking over from Michael Patra. She will oversee key departments including monetary policy and financial mark...

BOK Signals Major Policy Shift Towards Quantitative Easing and Regular RP Purchases

Bank of Korea Governor Rhee Chang-yong announces a potential shift towards quantitative easing and regular RP purchases to address reduced won liquidity and changing monetary polic...

India's Economic Reforms and Growth: RBI Governor Highlights Commitment Amid Global Challenges

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra emphasizes India's commitment to economic reforms and growth, highlighting liberalization in key sectors, FDI openness, and monetary policy achievement...

Bank of Russia Holds Steady: Key Interest Rates Remain at 21% Amid Inflation Battle

The Bank of Russia keeps its key interest rates steady at 21%, aiming to combat inflation and achieve a 4% target by 2026. Inflation forecasts for 2025 remain between 7% and 8%, wi...

Bank of Russia Holds Steady: Key Interest Rates Remain at 21% Amid Inflation Battle

The Bank of Russia keeps its key interest rates at 21% to combat inflation, aiming for a 4% target by 2026. Despite efforts, inflation remains high, with forecasts unchanged and do...

Inflation in Russia Expected to Decline by May, Central Bank Governor Nabiullina Announces

Russian Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina forecasts a decline in inflation by May, with a cautious stance on monetary policy. The bank maintains a 21% interest rate to stabil...

Bank of Russia Holds Firm: Key Interest Rates Remain at 21% Amid Inflation Battle

The Bank of Russia keeps its key interest rates at 21% to tackle inflation, aiming for a 4% target by 2026. Inflation forecasts for 2025 remain at 7%-8%, with current rates at 8.3%...

Russia Holds Steady: Central Bank Maintains Key Rate at 21% Amid Inflation Battle

The Bank of Russia keeps its key interest rate at 21% to tackle inflation, aiming for a 4% target by 2026. Inflation forecasts remain at 7%-8% for 2025, with Q1 averaging 8.3%. Cha...

Bank of Russia Holds Steady: Key Rates Remain at 21% Amid Inflation Battle

The Bank of Russia keeps its key interest rates at 21% to fight inflation, aiming for a 4% target by 2026. Inflation forecasts remain unchanged, with challenges from high expectati...

Bank of Russia Holds Interest Rates Steady at 21% Amid Inflation Battle

The Bank of Russia keeps its key interest rates at 21% to combat inflation, aiming for a 4% target by 2026. Despite expectations of declining inflationary pressures, high inflation...

Bank of Russia Holds Firm on High Interest Rates Amid Persistent Inflation Concerns

The Bank of Russia keeps its key interest rate at 21% to tackle inflation, aiming for a 4% target by 2026. Inflation is forecasted between 7%-8% for 2025, with current rates at 8.3...

Bank of Russia Maintains Key Rates at 21% Amid Inflation Concerns and Economic Adjustments

The Bank of Russia keeps its key interest rates steady at 21%, aiming to curb inflation to 4% by 2026. Inflation forecasts for 2025 remain at 7%-8%, with Q1 averaging 8.3%. Challen...