148 stories tagged #interest rates

  1. Kevin Warsh Seeks Lower Rates, Crypto Flexibility at Fed
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    Kevin Warsh Seeks Lower Rates, Crypto Flexibility at Fed

    Kevin Warsh, Trump’s nominee for Fed Chair, advocates for reduced interest rates and a flexible approach to cryptocurrencies, aiming to address inflation and economic growth.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  2. Tokyo Core Inflation Stays Below BOJ's Target in March
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    Tokyo Core Inflation Stays Below BOJ's Target in March

    Core consumer prices in Tokyo rose 1.7% year-over-year in March, remaining below the Bank of Japan's 2% target due to fuel subsidies offsetting weak yen effects.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  3. Powell: Fed Can Wait on Rate Hikes Amid War
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    Powell: Fed Can Wait on Rate Hikes Amid War

    Fed Chair Jerome Powell maintains that the US central bank can observe the economic impacts of the Iran war before deciding on interest rate adjustments.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  4. BOJ Weighs Rate Hikes Amid Inflation Pressure
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    BOJ Weighs Rate Hikes Amid Inflation Pressure

    Bank of Japan considers further rate increases amid inflation risks from Middle East oil shocks.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  5. BOJ Chief Warns on Yen Weakness as Currency Hits 160 Against Dollar
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    BOJ Chief Warns on Yen Weakness as Currency Hits 160 Against Dollar

    Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda signals potential rate hikes amid yen's slide past 160 versus dollar and rising import costs.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  6. BOJ Unveils New Core CPI Gauge Amid Rate Hike Signals
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    BOJ Unveils New Core CPI Gauge Amid Rate Hike Signals

    Bank of Japan introduces a revised core CPI measure excluding institutional factors, showing 2.2% inflation growth. The move signals potential further rate hikes.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  7. BOJ Holds Rates Steady Amid Middle East Tensions
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    BOJ Holds Rates Steady Amid Middle East Tensions

    The Bank of Japan maintains its 0.75% policy rate and moderate recovery outlook despite geopolitical risks.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  8. ECB Faces Pressure as Energy Prices Surge and Markets React
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    ECB Faces Pressure as Energy Prices Surge and Markets React

    European markets fall as energy prices spike, with ECB set to hold rates amid rising inflation concerns.

    2mo ago 1 min read