Central Banks
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.
SNB Quarterly Bulletin Highlights Policy Stance and Economic Outlook
Swiss National Bank’s third-quarter report underscores inflation risks, policy guidance, and global economic pressures. Key projections and policy signals detailed.
SNB Sept 2025 policy review flags cautious stance on inflation
Swiss National Bank’s September 2025 monetary policy assessment highlights persistent inflation risks and a cautious approach to policy adjustments.
Swiss National Bank holds rates steady in December review
The SNB maintained its key policy rate at 1.25% as inflation remains within target, citing stable growth and cautious global conditions.
Swiss National Bank Publishes Q4 2025 Quarterly Bulletin
The SNB's latest Quarterly Bulletin assesses Swiss economic conditions, inflation trends, and monetary policy outlook for Q4 2025.
Swiss National Bank Releases Q1 2026 Quarterly Bulletin
The SNB's first quarterly report of 2026 outlines monetary policy stance, economic outlook, and financial stability assessments for Switzerland.
SNB Quarterly Bulletin Highlights Economic Outlook and Policy Stance
Swiss National Bank’s Q2 2026 bulletin assesses inflation risks, growth projections, and monetary policy considerations amid global uncertainty.
China’s central bank skips routine liquidity operation
The People’s Bank of China refrained from injecting funds via its regular medium-term lending facility, a move seen as a signal of policy caution amid economic uncertainty.
US Treasury yields seen falling as strategists' conviction weakens
Analysts expect Treasury yields to decline amid shifting macro expectations, though confidence in the outlook has softened.
Investors weigh risks as Fed signals leaner policy guidance
Market participants assess potential trade-offs of reduced Federal Reserve transparency amid shifting economic signals.
Fed's Goolsbee says inflation remains top concern
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee reiterates inflation as the primary economic challenge amid mixed signals on price pressures.
Bank of England to trial stablecoins, digital pound in cross-border trade
Central bank’s Digital Pound Lab to test interoperability between stablecoins and a potential digital pound in trade-finance transactions.
Sri Lanka central bank sees no need for further rate hikes this year
Governor signals policy pause after recent tightening cycle amid improving inflation outlook.
Brazil’s central bank warns tight policy will slow growth
Monetary policy tightening seen weighing on domestic demand and investment, according to the bank’s latest assessment.
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.
Brazil signals policy tightening to persist after rate cut
Central bank hints at prolonged restrictive stance despite 50-basis-point reduction in benchmark rate.
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.
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.
BRICS explores linking payment systems and CBDCs, RBI governor says
Discussion on integrating BRICS payment networks and central bank digital currencies aims to reduce reliance on Western financial infrastructure.
Federal Reserve Governor Cook faces renewed congressional scrutiny
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook reportedly faces fresh questioning from lawmakers as financial markets monitor central bank policy signals.
Bank of Korea Likely to Raise Interest Rates Further, Outgoing Deputy Chief Says
The Bank of Korea is expected to continue lifting interest rates, according to comments from an outgoing deputy chief.
Australia's Central Bank Holds Rates Steady, Leaves Door Open to Hikes
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintained its cash rate while signaling that further tightening remains a possibility.
Australia's Central Bank Sees Inflation Cooling Faster Amid Upward Risks
The Reserve Bank of Australia notes a slightly faster deceleration in inflation, though persistent upside risks remain.
Reserve Bank of Australia Holds Interest Rates at 4.35%
The RBA kept its cash rate unchanged while warning that further monetary tightening remains possible due to persistent inflation pressures.
