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Swiss National Bank holds rates steady as inflation cools
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Swiss National Bank holds rates steady as inflation cools

The SNB maintained its policy rate at 1.25% on Thursday, citing stable inflation and economic resilience. No further guidance on future moves was provided.

Markets Desk · 15 Aug 2026
Swiss National Bank holds rates steady after September review
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Swiss National Bank holds rates steady after September review

The SNB left its key policy rate unchanged at 1.25% as inflation remains within target range, citing stable economic conditions.

Markets Desk · 15 Aug 2026
Brazil’s central bank says inflation still driven by demand despite rate hikes
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Brazil’s central bank says inflation still driven by demand despite rate hikes

Monetary tightening has yet to fully curb price pressures, central bank survey shows demand remains primary inflation driver.

Markets Desk · 14 Aug 2026
U.S. 10-year yield hits 2024 high as long bond demand weakens
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U.S. 10-year yield hits 2024 high as long bond demand weakens

Benchmark Treasury yield rises above 4.5% as investors reassess demand for long-duration debt amid shifting rate expectations.

Markets Desk · 14 Aug 2026
U.S. CPI data may fuel dovish Fed expectations
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U.S. CPI data may fuel dovish Fed expectations

Wednesday's inflation print could shift market bets on Federal Reserve policy, with softer-than-expected data potentially accelerating rate-cut timelines.

Markets Desk · 14 Aug 2026
German yields rise to Aug. 3 high on energy-driven inflation fears
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German yields rise to Aug. 3 high on energy-driven inflation fears

Benchmark 10-year Bund yields hit their highest level since early August as surging energy prices fuel concerns over persistent inflation in Europe.

Markets Desk · 14 Aug 2026
U.S. CPI report due Wednesday: Key data points to watch
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U.S. CPI report due Wednesday: Key data points to watch

Consumer prices data for July is set for release on Wednesday, with markets focused on core inflation, shelter costs and wage-price dynamics. Analysts expect a modest slowdown.

Markets Desk · 14 Aug 2026
Why Bearish Sentiment Persists Around the Japanese Yen
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Why Bearish Sentiment Persists Around the Japanese Yen

Market participants continue to maintain a bearish outlook on the Japanese yen amid ongoing economic and monetary policy factors.

Markets Desk · 13 Aug 2026