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China keeps loan prime rate unchanged in September, signaling a cautious approach by the central bank amidst global economic uncertainties. The Loan Prime Rate (LPR), a benchmark lending rate, plays a pivotal role in shaping borrowing costs for businesses and consumers in China. This decision comes at a time when …

Oil prices cut losses to remain on track for weekly gains after hefty Fed cut, a move that sent ripples through the global energy market. The Federal Reserve’s decision to lower interest rates has sparked a wave of speculation about the future of oil prices, with analysts closely watching how …

Stay long on the yen amid rate hikes, improving growth- BCA, a bold statement from a prominent financial institution, ignites a conversation about the Japanese yen’s future. This outlook challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding the yen’s recent weakness, suggesting a potential shift in the market’s perception. As the world navigates …

BOJ holds interest rates, flags steady growth in inflation, a decision that sends ripples through the global financial landscape. The Bank of Japan’s move to maintain interest rates at their current levels, despite rising inflation, signals a cautious approach to managing economic growth in the face of global uncertainties. This …

Barclays doubts the Fed will cut as much as currently priced in, a bold statement that throws a wrench into the market’s optimistic outlook. While investors eagerly anticipate significant rate reductions, Barclays argues that the current economic environment doesn’t warrant such aggressive easing. This contrarian view sparks intrigue, prompting a …

All you need to know about Fed easing cycles – the phrase conjures images of economic fluctuations, interest rate adjustments, and the intricate dance between inflation and growth. But what exactly are Fed easing cycles, and how do they impact our daily lives? The Federal Reserve, the central bank of …

Why Citi analysts say shelter inflation may see volatility in the coming months is a question that has many scratching their heads. The housing market, a cornerstone of the economy, is teetering on the edge of uncertainty, with rising interest rates and shifting supply-demand dynamics casting a shadow over future …

Fed’s Bowman voted against jumbo cut to avoid signaling victory on inflation, a move that highlights the ongoing debate within the Federal Reserve about the appropriate pace of interest rate adjustments. While the majority of policymakers opted for a significant rate cut, Bowman’s dissenting vote underscores the complexities of navigating …

Fed’s ‘dot plot’ signals no rush for another 50bps cut, but jobs data hold sway. The Federal Reserve’s latest “dot plot” – a visual representation of individual policymakers’ interest rate projections – suggests a pause in aggressive rate cuts. However, the strength of the labor market, as reflected in recent …