Monetary Policy
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Beyond Digital Gold: Why Bitcoin Functions as a High-Sensitivity ‘Liquidity Smoke Alarm’ Rather Than a Simple Debasement Shield
As Bitcoin trades near $79,000, analysts debate whether the asset acts as a short-term liquidity smoke alarm or a long-term hedge against currency debasement.
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Surge Past $4,700: How U.S. Treasury Buybacks and Geopolitical Strains Fuel Precious Metals Rally
Gold futures surged past $4,710 after an expanded U.S. Treasury bond buyback program and escalating Iran tensions spurred massive safe-haven buying.
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Ethiopian Treasury Bill Yields Plunge Amid Shift in Financial Crowding Out Dynamics
Ethiopian Treasury bill yields have fallen 61% in a year as investor demand surges, signaling a shift in how the government finances its deficit.
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Australian Dollar Gains as RBA Maintains Hawkish Stance Amid Global Uncertainty
The Australian Dollar trades above 0.7000 as RBA Governor Bullock signals potential further rate hikes to curb persistent inflation despite cooling data.
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Supreme Court Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook
The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that President Trump failed to follow statutory procedures in his attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook.
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Kevin Warsh Faces First FOMC Test Amid Inflation Uncertainty
Kevin Warsh presides over his first FOMC meeting as Federal Reserve Chair, with markets watching closely for signals on inflation policy and his approach to the ‘dot plot’.
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Jerome Powell to remain on Fed board, blocking Trump appointment
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confirms he will continue serving as a governor after his term as chair ends, preventing President Trump from filling a key board vacancy.
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Fed Era Ends as Inflationary Pressures Force Policy Pivot
Jerome Powell concludes his tenure as Fed chair amid surging inflation. The shift toward a new monetary era poses risks for global stability and markets.
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Global Markets Brace for Super-Central Bank Week
This week, eight major central banks, led by the U.S. Federal Reserve, will announce key interest rate decisions amid important economic data releases. Use
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Alan Greenspan Marks 100th Birthday, Reflecting on Economic Legacy
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan turned 100 on March 6, 2026. This centennial marks a significant milestone for a figure who profoundly shaped global economic policy.
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Kevin Warsh Nominated for Fed Chair, Crypto Stance Noted
The U.S. President has nominated Kevin Warsh to be Chair of the Federal Reserve. His known views on Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies are drawing attention.
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UK Inflation Cools to 3% in January, Boosting Bank of England Rate Cut Hopes
The UK’s inflation rate cooled to 3% in January, its lowest since March 2025, significantly boosting expectations for a Bank of England interest rate cut.
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30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rates Hold Steady Near 6.28% Amid Federal Reserve’s Policy
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate currently hovers around 6.28% in February 2026, influenced by the Federal Reserve’s ‘passive monetary tightening’ strategy and its broader impact on borrowing costs.
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Armenia’s Central Bank Maintains Refinancing Rate at 6.50%
The Central Bank of Armenia decided to keep the refinancing rate steady at 6.50%, reflecting a cautious approach amid evolving economic conditions.
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RBA Hikes Rates, Ending Post-COVID Cutting Cycle
Australia’s Reserve Bank has delivered its first interest rate hike since 2023, reversing its cutting cycle amid persistent inflation concerns and becoming the first major central bank to do so post-pandemic.