Monetary Policy

Bank of Japan Hints It Will Accept Higher Rates, Lifting Bond Yields

The central bank calls cap on government bond yields a reference point, not a rigid limit. Source link

12 months ago

What Fed Hikes? Much of Americans' Debt Is Still Riding Ultralow Rates

One reason the economy keeps humming: A huge chunk of consumer debt still carries low rates, including mortgages and auto…

12 months ago

ECB Raises Rates, Says Pausing Is an Option

The euro fell against the dollar as President Christine Lagarde said the central bank was keeping an open mind on…

12 months ago

U.S. Economic Growth Accelerates

The economy expanded at a 2.4% annual rate in the second quarter, remaining well clear of a recession despite higher…

12 months ago

Could a Recession Still Be Years Away? Soft Landing Could Deliver Another Extended Economic Cycle

Recent expansions have lasted 6 to 10 years. Here’s how this one could last that long. Source link

12 months ago

Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates to 22-Year High

Officials have slowed the pace of increases this year but aren’t sure they have fully tackled inflation. Source link

12 months ago

Why the Fed Isn't Ready to Declare Victory on Inflation

Officials remain concerned about whether wages and price growth can slow enough without an economic downturn. Source link

12 months ago

Russia Boosts Rates as Ukraine War Costs Mount

The full percentage point rise comes as a falling ruble, soaring wages and debt-fueled state spending reignite inflationary pressures. Source…

12 months ago

Charles Schwab Survived the Deposit Crisis. What Comes Next?

Charles Schwab is best known as the largest publicly traded U.S. brokerage firm, but it also runs a large bank…

12 months ago