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Global Market: Euro zone current account surplus widens in May; market impact likely limitedThe euro zone's current account surplus increased in May, driven by stronger primary income. This rise offset a narrower trade surplus, acc...
Global Market: ECB weighs inflation risks, digital Euro progress at July meetingAccording to Reuters, policymakers are widely expected to keep the ECB's key interest rate unchanged at 2.25%, following June's surprise ra...
Iran war and monsoons key risk for Indian economy, says RBI Governor Sanjay MalhotraRBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said India’s inflation remains elevated, with rising Middle East tensions and the possibility of a weak monsoo...
Global Market: Japan reaffirms BOJ independence in economic blueprint after market jittersJapan's government reaffirms the Bank of Japan's independent role in monetary policy decisions. This clarification addresses market concern...
JGBs hold steady as investors weigh inflation, central bank signalsJapanese government bond yields showed mixed movements on Friday. The benchmark ten-year yield increased, while the twenty-year yield sligh...
Fed's Logan calls for 'modestly higher' interest ratesDallas Fed President Lorie Logan signaled support for higher interest rates, warning inflation remains above target and policy is not restr...
US Stock Market: Fed Chair Warsh keeps rate path unclear as policymakers differ on inflation outlookFederal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh prefers less market signaling on monetary policy. He emphasizes evaluating economic data before adjust...
Global Market: Japan may pressure BOJ to boost bond buying if yields top 3%, says ex-policymakerJapanese government bond yields approaching three percent could prompt central bank intervention. This situation raises concerns about the ...
BOK hikes rates for first time in 3-1/2 years, signals moreSouth Korea's central bank has increased its benchmark interest rate for the first time in three years. This move aims to stabilize the cur...
Softer inflation trips rate hike forecasts, RBI hold more likelyStandard Chartered Bank had already withdrawn its August rate hike forecast following the last policy review. ET’s interactions with bank e...
Global Market: ECB monitoring Middle East conflict for inflation risksThe European Central Bank sees no immediate inflation fallout from the Iran conflict. Policymakers are closely watching for indirect price ...
Fed's 'ample reserves' approach is a focus of Warsh's balance sheet reviewFederal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh is reviewing interest rate policy and balance sheet management. The central bank is examining the ampl...
Retailwinds delayed, so, nothing to fretRetail inflation has risen above the RBI's target, driven by fuel and food prices. Core inflation remains subdued, offering a better measur...
Fed's Warsh vows to 'do my job' if challenged by TrumpFederal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh reaffirmed his commitment to controlling inflation and maintaining the Fed’s independence despite politic...
Japan's Nikkei rallies on bargain-hunting, Kospi recoveryJapan's Nikkei share average rallied on Tuesday, reversing an earlier slide. Bargain-buying and a recovery in South Korea's Kospi supported...
US Stock Market: Fed Chair Kevin Warsh unveils expert panels to overhaul US Central Bank policy frameworkFederal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh announced a comprehensive review of monetary policy. Five taskforces comprising prominent economists w...
US Stock Market: Inflation gathers pace as tariffs, energy costs and AI investment lift price pressures, says FedU.S. inflation accelerated during spring due to tariffs and rising energy costs. The Federal Reserve's report shows inflation remains signi...
Raghuram Rajan, Microsoft's Asha Sharma among Indian-origin appointees to US Fed review panelsUS Federal Reserve appointed Indian-origin experts for policy review. Raghuram Rajan and Raj Chetty will join task forces. Asha Sharma will...
Global Market: Japan weighs revised monetary policy language in economic blueprint to reinforce BOJ independenceJapan's government is considering revising the language in its economic policy blueprint. This move aims to underscore the Bank of Japan's ...
Trump’s war means higher global interest rates for years to comeGlobal interest rates are set to remain higher for longer, with Bloomberg Economics forecasting borrowing costs elevated by up to half a pe...