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The Latest Breaking News from Monetary Policy

Middle East conflict sparked major supply shock, says Bank of England boss

Andrew Bailey made his comments as the UK was given a gloomy economic outlook by the International Monetary Fund.

Evening Standard

IMF reaches staff-level agreement to unlock $1.2bn for Pakistan

IMF urges Islamabad's policymakers to keep monetary policy tight amid war in Iran

The Independent UK

Economists agree: You’re not crazy for feeling like the rich get richer, and the poor are doing worse. Welcome to the 'K-shaped economy'

What was a niche argument about five years ago is suddenly everywhere you look, and it’s taking on the shape of a letter with two jagged edges.

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Interest rate cuts not on the horizon, Bank of England governor says

The Bank left interest rates unchanged at 3.75% in a unanimous vote among all nine members of its Monetary Policy Committee on Thursday.

Evening Standard

Bank of England holds interest rates but hints at possible hikes

The Bank left rates unchanged in a unanimous vote among all nine members of its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC).

Evening Standard

Bank holds UK interest rates at 3.75% and stands ‘ready to act’ over Iran war

The Bank of England left rates unchanged in a unanimous vote among all nine members of its Monetary Policy Committee on Thursday.

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 Live 16 March: Bills warning as oil price stays above $100, index firm

Oil prices have continued to rise in a move that adds more strain on the cost of living outlook.

Evening Standard

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The Week Ahead (March 16-22): China and U.S. Hold Trade Talks in France

The U.S. Federal Reserve will hold its monetary policy meeting, while China is set to release key economic data for the first two months of 2026

Caixin Global

Business Brief (March 13): China Rejects U.S. Trade Probes Over ‘Excess Capacity’

Chinese central bank pledges accommodative monetary policy

Caixin Global

Rates on hold in New Zealand as Breman era begins

New Zealand's official cash rate has been held at 2.25 per cent in the first monetary policy review of 2026.

AAP

Why the Next Fed Chair Decision May Be the Most Consequential in Decades

Kevin Warsh, Trump's Federal Reserve chair nominee, faces a delicate balancing act, both political and economic.

Kiplinger

Bank of England holds interest rate – but close vote shows inflation risk has eased

The Monetary Policy Committee vote turned out to be much closer than anticipated, with a 5-4 result paving the way for future cuts

The Independent UK

Bank of England set to keep interest rates on hold as it faces ‘balancing act’

Most economists think the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee will opt to leave rates unchanged at its next decision on Thursday.

Evening Standard

How inflation rebound is set to affect UK interest rates

Most economists expect rates to be left unchanged when the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announces its next decision later this week

The Independent UK

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Evening Standard

Interest rates hold at 3.75% a ‘near-certainty’ after inflation rebound

Most economists are expecting rates to be left unchanged when the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announces its next decision on Thursday.

The Conversation

3 things to know about Kevin Warsh, Trump’s nod for Fed chair

After months of speculation, President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh on Jan. 30, 2026, to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve.

The Times of India

Who is Kevin Warsh? Secret White House meeting with Trump that made him lead Fed Chair race

Kevin Warsh is the top choice to become the next Federal Reserve Chair. President Donald Trump is expected to announce his decision soon. This potential change is creating market buzz and debate about the Fed's future. Warsh's views on monetary policy and economic strategy are key. His nomination could signal…

Barchart

Why are U.S. Bonds and Interest Rates Stuck in Neutral in Early 2026?

The U.S. long bond futures and the TLT ETF have remained within their trading ranges since the October 2023 low. While short-term rates have declined, longer-term interest rates remain elevated in late January 2026.

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Caixin Global

The Week Ahead (Jan.26 - Feb. 1): Fed Weighs Rate Move, U.S. Exits Paris Pact

From U.S. monetary policy to drone reforms in Shanghai, a packed week of global economic and political developments

Evening Standard

Bank policymaker says faster US interest rate cuts could fuel UK inflation

Megan Greene said the Bank may have to react to monetary policy decisions abroad if they have a knock-on impact on UK price rises.

Times Life

₹92 per Dollar Isn’t Just a Number: Why a Weak Currency Makes Life Costlier in India

A weak rupee does not stay in currency markets. It quietly shows up in household budgets. When the rupee moves toward levels like 90 or beyond against the dollar, India starts paying more for fuel, food, education, healthcare, travel, and essential imports. Life does not feel expensive overnight. It feels…

Barchart

Dollar Gains on Strong US Economic News and Hawkish Fed Comments

The dollar index (DXY00 ) climbed to a 6-week high on Thursday and finished up by +0.26%. The dollar is moving higher today on better-than-expected US economic news. Weekly jobless claims unexpectedly fell to a 6-week low, and the Jan Empire and Jan Philadelphia Fed business outlook surveys rose more...

Reason

The 6 Ways Trump Tried To Control the Economy Last Week

From defense contracting and mortgage finance to credit, housing, and monetary policy, Trump is leaning heavily on command-and-control economics.

The Guardian - UK

Trump’s attempts to influence Fed risk 1970s-style inflation and global backlash’

Analysts warn that White House pressure on US central bank to cut interest rates could put economy in danger

The Independent UK

Gold price soars to new record as US Federal Reserve faces threats

Gold prices surged to a new record high of 4,600 US dollars per ounce, driven by investor concerns over threats to the independence of the US central bank. The precious metal's value has increased by approximately 70% over the past year, reflecting a broader trend of investors seeking safe haven…

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