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upi.comfinance12 hrs ago
Fed Official Favors Inflation Target Range of 1.5% to 2.5%
A Federal Reserve official said he is not interested in symbolic rate hikes and prefers an inflation target range of 1.5% to 2.5% rather than a single 2% point target. The comments address the central bank's approach to setting interest rates.
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cnbc.comfinance12 hrs ago
Fed Governor Waller Says Elevated CPI Could Prompt Near-Term Policy Tightening
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said an above-target core inflation reading this week would require the FOMC to consider raising rates soon. He added that several months of cooler data are needed before he would view inflation as clearly declining toward the 2 percent…
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Los Angeles Timesfinance14 hrs ago
AI data center spending lifts chip and electricity prices
Investment by four large technology companies is expected to reach $720 billion this year, mostly for data centers. The spending has raised prices for memory chips and electricity, with some consumer electronics already costing more.
forexlive.comfinance18 hrs ago
Bank of Canada Expected to Hold Policy Rate Steady
Economists anticipate the Bank of Canada will leave its policy rate unchanged for a sixth straight meeting. Inflation remains above target while economic growth stays subdued.
world1 day ago
Japanese government edits draft after bond and yen moves
Officials removed a line from a draft policy document that had raised questions about monetary policy independence. Markets reacted with higher bond yields and a weaker yen before the change.
inman.comfinance1 day ago
U.S. Existing-Home Sales Fell in June While Median Price Hit Record High
Existing-home sales declined 2.4 percent in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.09 million units. The national median sales price rose 1.8 percent to $440,600, an all-time high.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics2 days ago
One Nation Proposes Expanded Role for Reserve Bank of Australia
One Nation treasury spokesman Barnaby Joyce said the party would review the Reserve Bank of Australia’s operations and scope. He argued the central bank should advise the government on spending and regulation to reduce inflation.
japantimes.co.jpfinance3 days ago
Bank of Japan Balance Sheet Shrinks $146 Billion in Q2 to $3.97 Trillion, Lowest Since 2020
The central bank's balance sheet contracted by the largest quarterly amount since quantitative tightening began in 2024. Japanese government bond holdings also declined sharply during the period.
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riotimesonline.comfinance4 days ago
Peru Central Bank Holds Key Rate at 4.25% for Tenth Month
Peru’s central bank kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25% on Thursday. The move extends a streak of ten consecutive months at the same level. Officials indicated they view the recent rise in inflation as temporary.
americanbanker.comfinance4 days ago
Federal Reserve Creates Five Monetary Policy Task Forces
The Federal Reserve announced the leadership and objectives of five new monetary policy task forces. The groups will operate independently, follow evidence, and present findings to the FOMC.
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business4 days ago
Federal Reserve Chairman Names Experts for Five Policy Review Task Forces
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh announced the members of five task forces that will examine communications, data, balance sheet policy, productivity and jobs, and inflation frameworks. The groups include academics, former central bankers, and business leaders.
benzinga.comfinance4 days ago
ECB Accounts Show Inflation Rising Through Summer, With Nearly Three Quarter-Point Rate Hikes Built In
@FirstSquawk reported that ECB accounts show headline inflation set to increase further over the summer. The projections indicate inflation staying well above target through the first half of 2027 despite nearly three embedded 25-basis-point rate hikes.
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Japan Timesfinance4 days ago
Japanese 10-Year Bond Yield Reaches 2.9 Percent, Highest Since 1996
The 10-year Japanese government bond yield reached 2.9 percent on July 9, 2026. Analysts differ on whether the Bank of Japan has fallen behind the market in raising rates.
Yonhapfinance4 days ago
Bank of Korea governor signals possible rate increase
The Bank of Korea governor told lawmakers Thursday that a rate hike may be needed at an appropriate time. The central bank will weigh inflation above target, growth prospects, and financial stability risks before its next policy meeting.
finance5 days ago
Minutes Show Officials Discussed Raising Interest Rates at Recent Meeting
Minutes from a recent policy meeting indicated some officials expressed support for higher interest rates. The discussion reflected concerns over inflation reaching a three-year high.
Japan Timesbusiness5 days ago
Japan Updates Economic Plan to Add Stable-Inflation Language While Keeping Existing Monetary-Policy References
The government updated its annual economic and fiscal agenda on July 8 to call for monetary policy that supports stable price increases. The change replaces earlier wording focused solely on achieving a stronger economy.
Yonhapworld8 days ago
Seoul Foreign Exchange Market to Start 24-Hour Weekday Trading Monday
South Korea's currency market will extend to continuous weekday hours beginning Monday. The won recently traded above 1,550 per dollar while reserves reached $427.4 billion in June.
nbcnews.comfinance9 days ago
Trump Administration Renews Effort to Remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook
The Supreme Court ruled Monday that Governor Lisa Cook can remain in her position while litigation continues. President Trump said the administration will begin a new removal process using proper procedures.
forbes.comfinance10 days ago
ECB President Says Early Departure Remains Possible
The European Central Bank president told a French newspaper that leaving the post before the October 2027 term ends is possible. The comments come as the official weighs entering French politics ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
abcnews.go.compolitics11 days ago
President Says Fed Is Hostile and Signals Plan to Remove Governor
The president described the Federal Reserve as hostile and said a potential nominee has to do what he has to do on interest rates. He also stated he continues to plan to remove one sitting Fed governor from the board.
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winnipegfreepress.comfinance12 days ago
Central bank official declines to signal future rate moves
An official at the European Central Bank Forum on Wednesday said repeated questions about interest rate plans would not produce additional details. The official also stated that inflation risks have declined while reaffirming a 2% target.
pbs.orgfinance12 days ago
Gold Prices Rise After Traders Assess Fed Chair Comments
Gold advanced as market participants interpreted recent remarks by the Federal Reserve chair as less restrictive than anticipated. Easing inflation concerns provided additional support for the metal.
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cnbc.comfinance12 days agoUpdated
Fed Chair Warsh Says Inflation Risks Eased but Traders Raise Odds of July Rate Hike
Kevin Warsh stated that inflation risks have declined in recent weeks while reaffirming the Federal Reserve's 2% target. He spoke at the European Central Bank's annual forum in Sintra on July 1 and declined to preview the July 29 rate decision.
realclearmarkets.comfinance12 days ago
Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh declines to hint at July rate decision
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh told a policy panel he would not signal the central bank's next move on interest rates. He said the Fed would rely on incoming data and maintain its independence.
cnbc.comfinance12 days ago
Treasury yields rise ahead of Fed Chair Warsh speech
U.S. Treasury yields increased on Wednesday as investors awaited economic data and comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh. Markets priced in a 66.3 percent chance the Fed will hold rates steady at its July meeting.
deccanchronicle.comfinance13 days ago
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh Says Less Policy Talk Would Let Markets React to Data
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh stated that reduced commentary on monetary policy would allow markets to respond more independently to economic indicators. Investors have noted that prior statements already provide substantial guidance.
usatoday.comfinance14 days ago
Ex-Fed president says new chair must raise rates
Esther George, who served on the rate-setting committee for more than a decade, told Fortune that long-term financial planning should assume higher borrowing costs. She said inflation remains above the 2% target and the economy's resilience could require tighter policy.
ibtimes.co.ukfinance15 days ago
Richmond Fed President Barkin Says Inflation Too High After 4.1% PCE Rise
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond President Tom Barkin said recent inflation figures remain too high during an interview at the Aspen Ideas Festival. The personal consumption expenditures index rose 4.1% in the year through May, Fortune reported.
thestreet.combusiness16 days ago
Atlanta Fed Resumes Search for New President After Pause for Fed Chairman Transition
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta restarted its hunt for a successor to Raphael Bostic. The process had paused ahead of Kevin Warsh taking office in late May. The new president will vote on interest rates beginning in 2027.
Washington Examinerfinance16 days ago
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh Holds First Press Conference
Kevin Warsh conducted his first press conference as Federal Reserve chairman on June 17. Alan Greenspan, a former chairman, died at age 100 five days later. Warsh stated the central bank will focus on price stability.
cnbc.comfinance17 days ago
Minneapolis Fed President Projects One Rate Increase This Year
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari said persistent inflation signals prompted him to include one interest-rate increase in the central bank's June economic projections.
abcnews.go.comfinance17 days ago
Minneapolis Fed's Kashkari Now Sees One Rate Hike by End of 2026 and Rates on Hold in 2027
Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said he now expects one interest-rate increase by the end of 2026 after previously forecasting a cut. The change follows a Commerce Department report showing headline PCE inflation at 4.1 percent.
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marketwatch.comfinance17 days ago
Federal Reserve Officials Remove Forward Guidance From Policy Statement
Officials expressed concern over inflation, particularly in services, and noted signs of improvement in the labor market. They described the removal of forward guidance language as an appropriate step and said they would monitor its effects.
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cnbc.comfinance17 days ago
Federal Reserve Chairman Adds Two Internal Economists as Advisors
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh named two division-level economists to advisory posts. The moves follow his announcement of five task forces reviewing Fed operations.
investors.comfinance18 days ago
Fed official says core inflation remains elevated and rising
A Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago president stated that core inflation is still too high and moving in the wrong direction. The comment comes as officials continue to monitor price trends.
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cnbc.comfinance18 days ago
Fed Official Says Current Policy Stance Remains Appropriate
A Federal Reserve official stated that price pressures are expected to stay elevated in the near term and described the current policy stance as fitting existing conditions. No signals were given about near-term interest rate changes.
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cnbc.comfinance18 days ago
Chicago Fed President Sees Mixed Signals in Latest Inflation Data
The president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago stated that recent inflation figures contain some positive indicators while overall price pressures stay elevated. The remarks address current readings without referencing specific policy actions.
ibtimes.co.ukfinance18 days ago
Fed's Goolsbee Says Inflation Remains Main Concern Despite Some Improvement in Services Prices
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee stated in a CNBC interview that the inflation side of the mandate is the clear priority. Core PCE inflation reached 3.4% in May, the highest since October 2023.
japantimes.co.jppolitics18 days ago
Japan Draft Urges Bank of Japan to Support Private Demand
A government economic blueprint draft seen on June 25, 2026 calls for monetary policy that bolsters private demand and aligns with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's growth goals. The document cites legal provisions requiring coordination between the central bank and the administrat…
finance.yahoo.comfinance21 days ago
Federal Reserve Chair Holds Interest Rates Steady at First Meeting
The Federal Open Market Committee voted unanimously last Wednesday to keep its benchmark rate between 3.5 percent and 3.75 percent. Officials cited inflation still above the 2 percent target after prices rose 4.2 percent year over year in May.
Washington Examinerfinance21 days ago
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh Forms Five Task Forces to Review Policy Areas
Kevin Warsh, the new Federal Reserve chairman, announced five internal task forces during his first post-meeting press conference on June 17, 2026. The groups will examine communications, the balance sheet, data sources, productivity and jobs, and inflation frameworks.
ibtimes.co.ukfinance23 days ago
Equal Number of Central Banks Raised and Cut Rates in May
@KobeissiLetter reported that 26 of 52 central banks worldwide raised rates and 26 lowered them in May, ending two years of net easing.
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Fortunefinance23 days ago
Federal Reserve statement on interest rates shortened to 132 words
The central bank reduced its post-meeting statement and removed forward guidance on future rate moves. Officials also announced five internal task forces to review communications and other operations.
Atlantic Councilfinance24 days ago
Fed Chair Warsh Shortens Statement and Ends Forward Guidance but Reaffirms 2 % Inflation Target
Kevin Warsh held his first press conference as Federal Reserve chair on June 17 and announced changes to the central bank’s communications and internal reviews while inflation stood at 4.2 percent.
etftrends.comfinance24 days ago
Investors Maintain Fed Rate Hike Expectations Despite Easing Iran Tensions
Market participants continue to price in Federal Reserve rate increases for the second half of 2026 even after a reduction in Middle East tensions. LBBW maintains its forecast that U.S. interest rates will remain unchanged over the next twelve months.
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Japan Timesworld24 days ago
Bank of Japan governor discharged from hospital after liver cyst treatment
The governor left the hospital on Friday after treatment that began June 9. Officials said the governor will resume duties Tuesday while continuing outpatient care for two weeks.
cnbc.comfinance26 days ago
Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady; New Chair Holds First Press Conference
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged and released updated economic projections. Kevin Warsh conducted his first press conference as chair, answering questions on inflation, growth, and future policy signals.
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finance.yahoo.comfinance26 days ago
JPMorgan Executive Says Current Conditions Do Not Support Federal Reserve Rate Cuts
JPMorgan's Bob Michele stated that economic conditions do not warrant interest rate reductions by the Federal Reserve. The comments point to expectations that the central bank will keep policy restrictive even as oil prices ease.
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investopedia.comfinance26 days ago
Stock Returns Differed Under Past Federal Reserve Leaders
Market performance varied across periods led by different Federal Reserve chairs. Data show differences in average annual returns during those terms. Analysis also examines potential influence of a former official on current policy expectations.
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rte.iefinance26 days ago
ECB Official Says Another Rate Hike to 2.5% Would Stay Neutral
An ECB official stated that raising the key interest rate to 2.5% would keep policy in the neutral range under current analysis. The comment addresses market speculation about further tightening.
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Bloombergworld26 days ago
Sweden's Central Bank Keeps Key Interest Rate Unchanged
Sweden's central bank left its benchmark interest rate at 2.25 percent after its June meeting. Officials said they expect inflation to stay near target and indicated possible rate increases later this year if conditions warrant.
rte.iefinance26 days ago
Swiss National Bank Expected to Hold Interest Rates Steady
Economists anticipate the Swiss National Bank will maintain current interest rates at its Thursday meeting. The decision follows inflation aligning with target levels and a slight weakening of the Swiss franc.
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finance27 days ago
Reserve Bank of Australia Leaves Cash Rate Unchanged at First 2026 Meeting
The RBA board left the cash rate target unchanged after its most recent meeting, the first time this year it has chosen not to adjust rates. Governor Michele Bullock said the decision allows time to assess prior hikes while inflation remains too high.
France 24politics27 days agoUpdated
Trump Says Russia Should Make Deal After Meeting With Zelensky at G-7
President Trump told reporters the Russia-Ukraine conflict has limited direct impact on the United States beyond arms sales. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky pressed G-7 leaders for additional air-defense support.
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benzinga.comfinance27 days ago
Survey Finds No Rate Change Expected Through 2027 as Fed Removes Easing Bias
Respondents to the CNBC Fed Survey see no change in the federal funds rate at this week's meeting or through 2027. A large majority expect the central bank to drop its easing bias from the policy statement.
Fortunefinance27 days ago
Survey Shows Most Investors Expect Fed to Hold Rates Steady
A Bank of America survey found 55 percent of investors anticipate a hawkish hold at the next policy meeting. Another 33 percent expect a dovish hold that could allow future cuts. The poll ran from June 5 to June 11.
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japantoday.compolitics27 days ago
Japan Raises Interest Rates to Highest Level Since 1995
Japan's central bank increased its benchmark interest rate to 0.5 percent. The decision came amid a weakening currency and rising energy costs. Officials cited inflation pressures tied to global supply disruptions.
riotimesonline.comfinance27 days ago
Central Bank Signals Further Rate Increases
Officials said inflation remains elevated and left open the option of additional tightening. They noted incoming data aligns with prior forecasts and cited high oil prices as a factor.
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Financial Timesfinance27 days agoUpdated
Bank of Japan Raises Rate to 1 Percent in 7-1 Vote, Highest Since 1995
The central bank lifted its benchmark rate by 25 basis points on Tuesday in a 7-1 vote. It also said it will continue reducing government-bond purchases through April 2027.
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japantoday.comworld28 days ago
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida Scheduled to Speak Tuesday
Shinichi Uchida will explain the central bank's latest decision and outline the future direction of policy.