
Jerome Powell Warns Against Politicizing the Federal Reserve, Defends Democratic Institutions
Jun 01, 2026 06:31 am UTC| Economy Politics Central Banks
Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has issued a strong warning about the dangers of political interference in the Federal Reserve, while urging Americans to protect key democratic institutions. Powell made the...

Indian Government Bonds Seen Opening Steady Ahead of RBI Policy Decision
Jun 01, 2026 03:26 am UTC| Central Banks Economy
Indian government bonds are expected to begin the week on a cautious and stable note as investors shift their attention to the Reserve Bank of Indias (RBI) monetary policy announcement scheduled for June 5, 2026. Market...

Kevin Warsh Faces Early Fed Test as Inflation Risks Challenge Rate-Cut Expectations
May 31, 2026 00:24 am UTC| Economy Central Banks Insights & Views
Bank of America (BofA) analysts believe incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh could face a difficult policy environment as rising inflation and economic uncertainty complicate the outlook for U.S. interest rates....

South Korea Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Inflation Concerns
May 28, 2026 01:23 am UTC| Central Banks Economy
The Bank of Korea (BOK) kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.5% on Thursday, matching market expectations as policymakers remain cautious about rising inflation risks and global economic uncertainty linked to...
RBNZ Holds Rates in Knife-Edge Vote, but Hawkish Pivot Signals End of Easing Cycle
May 27, 2026 06:15 am UTC| Central Banks Insights & Views
Though only after a rare and divisive 33 Monetary Policy Committee split necessitating Governor Anna Breman to cast the tie-breaking vote for a pause, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand retained its Official Cash Rate at...

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...