Central banks news

Stay engaged with the pivotal decisions that influence global economies. We offer timely coverage of central bank announcements, interest rate adjustments, and monetary policy statements, along with their implications for financial markets. Our thoughtful analysis delves into policy trends and the various factors driving central bank decisions, highlighting the resulting price movements across different asset classes.

US Federal Reserve (FED) news

Bank of Japan maintains rate, yen hits 150
The Bank of Japan held rates at 0.50% at today's meeting, as expected. The Bank said that inflation was moving higher but expressed concern about US trade policy. The yen continues to lose ground and hit 150 earlier. The Federal Reserve meets later today and is virtually certain to maintain interest rates.
1 hour ago by Kenneth Fisher
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European Central Bank (ECB) news

EUR/USD Outlook: Germany's fiscal bazooka ignites Euro bulls, but a minor pullback is imminent as ECB looms
An aggressive fiscal spending proposal by Germany has attracted bullish animal spirits into EUR/USD. A significant rally in the longer-end German Bund yields is likely to alter ECB monetary policy guidance towards a “less dovish stance.” The three-month rally in the EUR/USD has reached overbought condition, at risk of a minor corrective pull-back below 1.0885/0940. In the upcoming European Central Bank (ECB) meeting on Thursday, 6 March, where market participants are expecting another 25 basis
Mar 06 by Kelvin Wong
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Bank of England (BoE) news

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Bank of Japan (BoJ) news

Bank of Japan maintains rate, yen hits 150
The Bank of Japan held rates at 0.50% at today's meeting, as expected. The Bank said that inflation was moving higher but expressed concern about US trade policy. The yen continues to lose ground and hit 150 earlier. The Federal Reserve meets later today and is virtually certain to maintain interest rates.
1 hour ago by Kenneth Fisher
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Swiss National Bank (SNB) news

Swiss franc hits new 2025 high as inflation continues to fall
The Swiss franc has rallied for a third straight trading day.  In the North American session, USD/CHF is trading at 0.8884, down 0.12% on the day. The Swiss franc has jumped 1.6% this week and earlier strengthened to 0.8856, its best level this year. Switzerland's inflation falls to lowest in nearly four years Swiss inflation has been falling and the trend continued in February.
Mar 05 by Kenneth Fisher
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Bank of Canada (BoC) news

Canada's CPI expected to rise
Canada releases CPI for February, which is expected to accelerate to 2.1% from 1.9%. Inflation has remained around the Bank of Canada's 2% target but the trade dispute with the US could boost inflation. US retail sales posted a weak gain of 0.2% after a 1.2% decline in January.
23 hours ago by Kenneth Fisher
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Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) news

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Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) news

Australian GDP beats forecast, Aussie edges higher
The Australian dollar has extended its gains on Wednesday.  AUD/USD is trading at 0.6271 in the European session, up 0.20% on the day.  The Australian dollar jumped 0.75% on Tuesday, driven by the hawkish Reserve Bank of Australia minutes and a solid retail sales report. Australian GDP rises 1.3% Australia's economy expanded by 1.3% y/y in the fourth quarter of 2024, up from 0.8% in Q3 and above the market estimate of 1.2% and the RBA's forecast of 1.1%.  This marked the fastest pace of growth s
Mar 05 by Kenneth Fisher
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People's Bank of China (PBoC) news

Weekly Market Outlook: Central Banks, US Rates, and Trade War Impact
This week's market outlook analyzes key central bank decisions, with the Fed and BoE in focus. We also examine US equity fund flows, inflation data, and trade war impacts. Discover support and resistance levels for the S&P 500 and insights into FX and oil markets. Stay informed with our weekly financial market review.
Mar 14 by Zain Vawda
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How central banks influence the currency markets

Central banks are powerful institutions that play a crucial role in shaping the foreign exchange (FX) market. Their actions and policies can significantly influence currency values, impacting everything from international trade to investment flows. Understanding how central banks affect forex is essential for anyone involved in global finance. Here are some key ways they exert their influence:

  • Interest rates: Higher rates attract investment, strengthening the currency; lower rates weaken it.
  • Quantitative easing (QE): Injecting liquidity can weaken the currency.
  • Reserves management: Buying the currency supports its price; selling weakens it.
  • Market intervention: Direct buying/selling to influence exchange rates.
  • Forward guidance: Communication about future policy impacts expectations.
  • Crisis measures: Emergency actions to stabilize markets.