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Fed’s Waller backs September rate cut, signals more easing ahead

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said he supports a quarter-point rate cut in September and anticipates more reductions over the next three to six months, citing rising labor market risks. His remarks come as political pressure on the Fed intensifies following President Trump’s attempt to oust Governor Lisa Cook.

29 Aug 2025, 10:54

Powell opens door to interest rate cut

Jerome Powell used his final Jackson Hole appearance as Fed chair to hint at a possible rate cut in September, but divisions inside the central bank, political pressure from Washington, and sticky inflation leave the path uncertain.

25 Aug 2025, 09:06

Japan charts a steady rate-hike course as inflation sticks at elevated levels

July’s CPI data in Japan show a modest slowdown in headline inflation, but underlying pressures—especially core-core and processed food prices—remain firm, reinforcing the Bank of Japan’s path toward further tightening in October.

22 Aug 2025, 08:53

Decoding Powell's Jackson hole finale: The yield curve's future

Jerome Powell’s last appearance at Jackson Hole as Fed chair could shift market expectations on rates, with the risk of a sharp repricing in front-end Treasury yields.

20 Aug 2025, 09:22

Global market outlook: Fed minutes, UK inflation, RBNZ & key economic data

This week is packed with market-moving events, from the Federal Reserve’s July minutes to inflation reports across Europe and Asia, alongside fresh policy decisions from New Zealand and China.

18 Aug 2025, 08:26

Pound extends winning streak as UK growth beats forecasts

Sterling outperforms G-10 peers for a sixth day against the euro and hits its strongest level in a month versus the dollar after UK GDP surprises to the upside.

14 Aug 2025, 09:11

US core CPI jumps in July, pressuring Fed rate cut hopes

July’s inflation data showed the fastest monthly rise in core consumer prices since January, led by a rebound in services and vehicle costs, while tariff-related price pressures eased.

13 Aug 2025, 07:26

Trump extends China tariff truce for 90 days, easing trade war fears

The White House’s move delays a planned tariff hike on Chinese goods until November, giving Washington and Beijing more time to resolve disputes on rare earths, energy imports, and technology exports.

12 Aug 2025, 08:54

Powell stays cautious as Fed holds rates

With the Fed holding rates steady, the real message came from Powell’s tone: no easing until the White House provides clarity on trade. Monetary policy, for now, is in wait-and-see mode—just like the markets.

8 May 2025, 06:29

Fed minutes reveal debate over rate cut

Several members cited labor market concerns and inflation progress as reasons to consider easing policy

22 Aug 2024, 10:33