Monetary Policy
Federal Reserve Minutes Show Unanimous Support for September Rate Hike
Newly released Federal Reserve meeting records show unanimous support among policymakers for the recent benchmark rate increase to 3.75%-4%.
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Eurozone annual inflation accelerated to 3.8% in September, driven largely by soaring energy costs and presenting new challenges for central bankers.
Reserve Bank of Australia survey reveals widespread public confusion over interest rates
A comprehensive Reserve Bank of Australia survey reveals widespread public misunderstanding regarding interest rates, with most citizens unclear on how monetary policy fights inflation.
Bank of Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high of 1.25% as inflation rises
The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark interest rate to 1.25% in a 7-2 vote, reaching its highest level since 1995 as policymakers address global inflation.
Fed Raises Interest Rates for First Time in Three Years
The US central bank has raised benchmark interest rates to a range of 3.75% to 4%, marking its first rate hike in three years amid persistent inflation pressures.
Bank of England holds rates at 3.75% as split vote signals hawkish tilt
The Bank of England kept interest rates at 3.75% following a tighter 6-3 vote, as policymakers warn that ongoing energy price volatility could keep inflation elevated.
ECB decision and UK inflation data to drive markets in busy week ahead
Investors are weighing central bank policy paths against persistent inflation and geopolitical instability as key Eurozone and UK economic data releases loom.
Warsh vows to deliver price stability, Fed ‘regime change’
In his first congressional testimony, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh vowed to implement a regime change in how the central bank conducts its business. He has launched five task forces to evaluate policy frameworks while managing ongoing economic challenges.
The economy is strong yet consumer sentiment is rock bottom
While traditional economic indicators suggest stability, households are struggling with record debt levels and inflation, leading to public pessimism.
UK inflation eases to 2.8 percent as Bank of England holds rates at 3.75 percent
The UK's headline Consumer Price Index stood at 2.8 percent for the 12 months to May 2026, leading the Bank of England to hold interest rates at 3.75 percent.