Central Banks
Fed seen holding rates steady in 2024, Reuters poll finds
Majority of economists expect no change to U.S. benchmark rate this year despite inflation fluctuations.
Swiss National Bank Appoints New Director at Study Center Gerzensee
The Swiss National Bank announced a leadership change at the Study Center Gerzensee, appointing a new director.
ECB's Lane Discusses Defence Spending and Euro Area Economy
European Central Bank official Philip R. Lane addresses the economic implications of rising defence spending in the euro area.
Morgan Stanley expects Fed to hold rates steady through 2024
U.S. inflation cooling supports a prolonged pause in monetary tightening, according to the bank's latest assessment.
Citi expects Fed to hold rates steady in September after inflation data
Analysts at Citi cite recent inflation readings as key factor in likely policy pause next month.
Cooler U.S. inflation may force divided Fed to hold rates steady
Warsh's Fed faces pressure to pause hikes as softer CPI data challenges rate-hike consensus amid mixed signals on policy path.
ECB survey finds minimal crypto adoption by euro area merchants
Less than 0.2% of euro area online merchants accept cryptocurrency payments, with physical POS adoption below 1%, according to an ECB survey. Mobile payments continue to gain share.
U.S. 30-year bond yields hit 25-year high as inflation concerns weigh
Long-term borrowing costs surge to levels last seen in 2001 amid persistent inflation uncertainty and elevated government debt supply. Treasury auctions remain well-covered despite rising yields.
Bank of Japan seen considering September rate hike
Sources indicate the BOJ may accelerate tightening with a rate increase next month, signaling a shift from ultra-loose policy.
AI-driven surge in bond yields seen as next market risk
Rapid rise in borrowing costs driven by artificial intelligence models could disrupt markets and weigh on economic growth, analysts warn.
Bond yields dip as hiking pressure eases
Benchmark U.S. Treasury yields fall as investors reassess the Federal Reserve's tightening path. 10-year yield drops below 4.5% amid softer inflation signals.
Fitch affirms U.S. credit rating at 'AA+'; outlook stable
Ratings agency Fitch maintains the United States' top-tier sovereign credit rating, citing fiscal strengths despite rising debt levels. Outlook remains stable.
Fitch affirms U.S. sovereign credit rating at AA+ with stable outlook
Rating agency Fitch maintains the U.S. government's top-tier credit rating, citing fiscal resilience despite elevated debt levels and political uncertainty.
Canadian bond yields dip as U.S. inflation cools
Yields on Canadian government bonds fell after softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data reduced bets on aggressive Federal Reserve tightening.
Argentina to relax dollar lending rules for banks
Central Bank moves aim to boost credit availability in foreign currency amid tight liquidity conditions.
Pennsylvania 8th District buys US Treasury note via Rob Bresnahan
The Pennsylvania 8th District has acquired a US Treasury note through an investment managed by Rob Bresnahan, according to disclosure filings.
Argentina to ease bank dollar lending to companies, economy minister says
Move aims to boost corporate financing as central bank seeks to stabilize foreign exchange reserves and support economic activity.
Blockchain group backs Custodia in Fed master account dispute
Custodia Bank's Supreme Court appeal seeks Fed payment system access, backed by crypto industry group citing regulatory overreach.
Bank of England economist flags growth as justification for rate hikes
Monetary policy committee member cites robust economic expansion as key factor supporting further tightening amid inflation concerns.
Peru’s central bank holds rates steady, sees no need for hikes
The Peruvian central bank maintained its benchmark rate at 6.25% as inflation remains within target and growth outlook stabilizes.
Fed's Barkin: Rate hike still possible to meet inflation target
Richmond Fed President Thomas Barkin says the need for further rate hikes remains an 'open question' as policymakers assess inflation progress.
Richmond Fed's Barkin sees 3.7% PCE inflation as 'sticky'
Fed policymaker warns inflation remains elevated despite recent progress, leaving September rate decision uncertain.
Morgan Stanley: Disinflation trend intact but 2027 rate risks linger
Firm flags progress on inflation but warns upside risks to terminal policy rate by 2027 amid persistent wage and services pressures.
Serbia’s central bank keeps benchmark rate at 5.75%
The National Bank of Serbia maintained its key policy rate unchanged for a sixth consecutive meeting as inflation pressures eased further.
