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Fed Split on Inflation Puts Rate Hike on the
The June FOMC minutes reveal a split on inflation and rate hikes, with a July 28 decision looming as a test for Kevin Warsh's leadership.
2026-07-09
Bank of England Holds Rate at 3.75% Amid Iran
The Bank of England maintains its base rate at 3.75%, betting on a fragile US–Iran ceasefire to manage inflation pressures amid market shifts.
2026-07-09
RBNZ Raises OCR to 2.50% Amid Oil Shock
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand raises the Official Cash Rate to 2.50%, indicating a shift in monetary policy as inflation pressures persist.
2026-07-08
RBNZ Raises Cash Rate to 2.50% Amid Oil Shock
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand raises the official cash rate to 2.50% amid ongoing Middle East tensions affecting oil prices and inflation.
2026-07-08
RBNZ Raises Cash Rate to 2.50% Amid Oil Shock
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand raises the official cash rate to 2.50%, marking a shift in response to inflation driven by the Iran war oil shock.
2026-07-08
RBNZ July 2026: Dovish Hike Ends Cuts
RBNZ raises Official Cash Rate to 2.50% in July 2026, marking the end of its easing cycle due to inflation pressures from oil prices.
2026-07-08
RBNZ Hikes to 2.50%: A Hawkish Bet
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand raises the Official Cash Rate to 2.50%, signaling a hawkish stance amid fragile economic recovery and inflation concerns.
2026-07-08
RBNZ Hikes to 2.5%: Kiwi Rate Turn Reshapes
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand raises the OCR to 2.5%, signaling a shift in monetary policy amid global oil supply shocks and inflation concerns.
2026-07-08
Nepal Rastra Bank Holds Rates, Signals Change
Nepal Rastra Bank holds policy rate at 4.5%, signaling a shift to narrow the interest rate corridor amid low inflation and excess liquidity.
2026-07-08
Fed Holds Rates, Warsh's Dot Plot Split
On June 17, 2026, the Fed held rates steady at 3.50%-3.75%, with a divided dot plot indicating uncertainty in future rate hikes under new Chair Kevin Warsh.
2026-07-08
RBNZ Rate Hike Decision: Key Insights
The RBNZ faces a critical decision on July 8, with a 75% market chance of a rate hike to 2.50% despite banks advocating for a hold.
2026-07-07
RBNZ Rate Decision: A Line-Ball Split
On July 8, 2026, the RBNZ will decide whether to raise the OCR to 2.50%, balancing inflation concerns and market expectations.
2026-07-07
Keiko Fujimori Retains Julio Velarde at BCRP
Keiko Fujimori confirms Julio Velarde's fifth term at Peru's central bank, ensuring monetary stability amid rising inflation and political challenges.
2026-07-07
Fujimori Extends Velarde's Central Bank Term
Keiko Fujimori retains Julio Velarde as central bank governor, ensuring continuity in Peru's macroeconomic policy amid political changes.
2026-07-07
BoG Burns $2bn to Rescue Cedi in 2026
The Bank of Ghana sold $2.01 billion in June 2026 to stabilize the cedi, but demand still outstripped supply by $3.4 billion, indicating ongoing challenges.
2026-07-07