Ecb Set to Raise Rates Despite Fall in Eurozone Inflation
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French and Italian inflation data boost hopes of ECB rate cut
Price growth in key eurozone economies undershoots expectationsFinancial Times - Business - France -
Newest ECB board member says it can cut rates ‘swiftly’ despite rising wages
Piero Cipollone’s comments indicate he may argue for loosening monetary policy at bank’s April meetingFinancial Times - World -
Fed Could Cut Rates In June, Despite Sticky Inflation
Chairman Jerome Powell keeps midyear interest rate cut in play, could support move if rising prices slow down.Inc. - Business - Federal Reserve -
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.1% to 98.95
The WSJ Dollar Index was up 0.1% to 98.95 — up nine of the past 12 trading days.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates After U.K. Inflation Slows
Britain’s central bank held its key interest rate at the highest level in 16 years for the fifth straight meeting.The New York Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Global inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects youFinancial Times - World -
Mortgage rates fall, providing some relief to home buyers
The U.S. 30-year mortgage rate is averaging at 6.79% Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.MarketWatch - Business - Mortgage -
Nigeria's central bank hikes interest rate to 24.75% as it battles sky-high inflation, currency crisis
The Central Bank of Nigeria on Tuesday hiked its key interest rate by 200 basis points, as Africa's largest economy looks to recover from a historic currency crisis and soaring inflation.CNBC - Business -
Inflation risks appear to be rising, threatening to throw Fed’s rate-cut hopes into disarray
The possibility that U.S. inflation won’t trend much lower from here is raising concerns that Federal Reserve policymakers are mistakenly clinging to prospects for three interest-rate cuts this year and may lose their credibility, which could ...MarketWatch - Business -
Where does the ECB go next?
As the monetary cycle looks set to turn, the policy framework for the next phase remains unclearFinancial Times - World -
Having ridden the New York commercial-property boom together, NYCB and Meridian Capital are now in a changed world of higher interest rates and falling building valuations.
Having ridden the New York commercial-property boom together, NYCB and Meridian Capital are now in a changed world of higher interest rates and falling building valuations.The Wall Street Journal - World - New York -
Why Treasury Yields Are Rising Despite Rate-Cut Expectations
The yield on the government’s 10-year note has climbed since the start of the year, propping up mortgage rates.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Eurozone Sentiment Indicator Ticks Up, Meets Hopes
Confidence in the eurozone economy improved marginally in March, albeit still at subdued levels according to a survey of consumers and managers.The Wall Street Journal - World -
March Madness: TV ratings slightly up over last year despite Sunday's blowouts
The first three days of the NCAA Tournament attracted record ratings, only to see the momentum stifled due to Sunday’s games being blowoutsABC News - Entertainment -
Eurozone Bond Yields Drift Lower, Liquidity Seen Light Ahead of Easter
Eurozone government bond yields were slightly lower in early trading, with investors awaiting fresh drivers in a week when market liquidity is likely to be light ahead of the Easter holidays.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Ireland’s economy forecast to return to growth, easing drag on eurozone
The eurozone economy may be freed of a headwind that enfeebled growth in 2023, with new forecasts pointing to a return to expansion for Ireland, one of the currency area’s smallest but most changeable members.MarketWatch - Business -
Irish Economy Forecast to Return to Growth, Easing Drag on Eurozone
The eurozone economy may be freed of a headwind that enfeebled growth in 2023, with new forecasts pointing to a return to expansion for Ireland, one of the currency area’s smallest but most changeable members.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Eurozone Sovereign Spreads Could Widen on Higher Focus on Fundamentals
Higher-than-expected Italian and French budget deficits in 2023 and a heavy ratings calendar ahead will shift the focus to fundamentals of eurozone government bond issuers, potentially causing some yield spread widening later this year, Societe ...The Wall Street Journal - World -
PCE Inflation Meets Expectations
Treasury markets are closed for Good Friday.The Wall Street Journal - World - Inflation -
The Fed Stays the Course on Rates
Markets are cheering the central bank’s forecast for three interest rate cuts this year. But Fed policymakers are divided on the issue.The New York Times - Business - Federal Reserve -
Rates need to calm down
They’re being too loudFinancial Times - World -
Singapore Inflation Quickened Unexpectedly in February
Inflation accelerated unexpectedly in Singapore as prices in key categories like food picked up, backing views that any potential monetary easing is still some time away.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Dow Industrials, S&P 500 Dip to Start Week
Stocks were mostly lower as chip makers came under pressure, after a report that China plans to phase out U.S.-made microprocessors in government computers and servers.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Video: Why Consumer Confidence Is Falling
The WSJ’s Dion Rabouin breaks down the latest conference board data and what consumers are saying about the economy.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Minnesota Timberwolves Sale Takes Dramatic Turn
A group led by entrepreneur Marc Lore and retired ballplayer Alex Rodriguez had been in line to buy the NBA franchise. Then the current owner spiked the deal.The Wall Street Journal - World -
BoE rate-setter warns against rushing to cut interest rates
Comments come after governor Andrew Bailey last week said interest rate cuts were ‘in play’Financial Times - World -
Why Biden Is Vowing to Raise Taxes
A “yes, new taxes” campaign violates every principle of American politics. But it’s the right choice for this moment.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Inflation, immigration top concerns among voters: poll
Inflation and immigration are the top concerns among voters ahead of November’s general election, according to a new Harvard CAPS-Harris poll released on Monday. Thirty-six percent of voters said that immigration was the most important issue ...The Hill - Politics -
U.K. Inflation Problem Might Turn on Its Head
U.K. price inflation could switch to being too low for the Bank of England’s comfort after a couple of years of running too high, Capital Economics’ chief U.K. economist says.The Wall Street Journal - World - United Kingdom -
Japan's corporate service inflation steady in February
Yahoo News - World - Japan -
Comex Gold Settles 0.04% Higher at $2175.60
Front month Comex gold for March delivery gained 0.04% to settle at $2175.60 per troy ounce.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Inflation Requires Caution for Brazil's Central Bank
Brazil’s central bank may have room to keep easing monetary policy gradually, but “core-services inflation underlying dynamics merit attention,” Goldman Sachs’ Alberto Ramos says.The Wall Street Journal - World - Inflation -
Australia's February Inflation Comes in Lower Than Expected
Australia’s monthly inflation indicator came in below expectations in February, signaling that price pressures would likely continue to retreat over coming months.The Wall Street Journal - World - Australia -
How a viral $22 burrito explains inflation in the US
A San Francisco taqueria owner made waves after raising the price of a signature dish. We break down the costs – and why economists say it could be justified. Ricardo Lopez’s taqueria is famous for a melt-in-your-mouth birria recipe that takes ...The Guardian - World -
France inflation dips more than expected in March
French inflation fell more than expected, closing in on the European Central Bank’s target as recent trends of easing prices continued.MarketWatch - Business -
Gold Is Rallying. It Isn't About Inflation This Time.
The metal serves as a hedge against fear itself, making it an appealing asset for our times.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Inflation ticked higher in February as consumer spending soared
Inflation ticked up in February, according to new federal data released Friday. The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred way to measure inflation, rose 0.3 percent in February. The annual inflation ...The Hill - Politics -
A Key Inflation Gauge Hovers Above Fed’s Target
The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge climbed 2.5 percent in the year through February, in line with economists’ expectations.The New York Times - Top stories -
Fed's Favored Inflation Gauge Rose 2.5% in February
The overall personal-consumption expenditures price index rose 2.5% over the 12 months through February.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
WSJ Dollar Index Falls 0.2% to 98.85
The WSJ Dollar Index was down 0.2% to 98.85 — snapping a two-trading-day winning streak.The Wall Street Journal - World