
RBNZ Holds Interest Rates Steady but Signals More Hikes Ahead in 2026
May 27, 2026 02:36 am UTC| Central Banks Economy
New Zealands central bank kept interest rates unchanged on Wednesday but warned that further monetary tightening may be necessary later this year as rising global tensions increase inflation risks and slow economic...

BOJ Governor Ueda Warns Oil Price Shock Could Trigger Persistent Inflation
May 27, 2026 01:21 am UTC| Economy Central Banks
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda warned that rising oil prices could create longer-lasting inflation if higher energy costs begin influencing wages, consumer expectations, and corporate pricing behavior. Speaking at a...

Uruguay Central Bank Holds Interest Rate at 5.75% Amid Inflation and Oil Price Concerns
May 27, 2026 01:09 am UTC| Central Banks Economy
Uruguays central bank decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 5.75% for the second consecutive policy meeting, reflecting growing concerns over global inflation risks linked to rising oil prices and...

Croatia Weighs Ante Zigman for Central Bank Governor Role in Key ECB Transition
May 27, 2026 01:01 am UTC| Economy Central Banks Politics
Croatia is moving closer to selecting a new central bank governor, with Ante Zigman emerging as the leading candidate for the role, according to a Bloomberg report citing a source familiar with the discussions. Zigman, who...

May 26, 2026 04:19 am UTC| Economy Central Banks
Sri Lankas central bank unexpectedly raised its benchmark interest rate by 100 basis points on Tuesday, increasing the overnight policy rate to 8.75% from 7.75% as the country battles rising inflation, a weakening...

BOJ Signals Possible Rate Hike as Middle East Tensions Fuel Inflation Concerns
May 26, 2026 04:10 am UTC| Central Banks Economy
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino said Tuesday that the central bank is closely monitoring the economic impact of rising Middle East tensions and may adjust monetary policy depending on how the situation affects...

BOK Seen Holding Interest Rates Steady as Inflation Risks Rise in South Korea
May 26, 2026 01:14 am UTC| Central Banks Economy
South Koreas central bank is widely expected to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged this week, but growing inflation concerns linked to the Iran conflict and rising oil prices are increasing expectations for future...