Monetary Policy
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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.
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RBA Interest Rate Decision Nears Amid Renewed Hike Speculation
The Reserve Bank of Australia is set to announce its first interest rate decision of 2026, with financial markets and most economists anticipating a potential quarter percentage point hike as inflation remains above target.
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Fed Pauses Rate Cuts Amid Political Pressure, Powell Defends Independence
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on January 28, 2026, for the first time since July, amidst a criminal probe targeting Chair Jerome Powell and ongoing political challenges to the central bank’s independence.
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Powell Affirms Fed Policy ‘Appropriate’ Amid Rate Hold, Dollar Rebound
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated Wednesday that the current monetary policy stance is ‘appropriate,’ even as inflation remains elevated and the FOMC held interest rates steady. The U.S. dollar rebounded following these remarks and a reaffirmation of strong dollar…