Inflation Targets Have Left Central Banks in A Bind
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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 -
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 -
A turning point in central banking
Last week’s monetary policy moves mark a shift away from strict inflation targetingFinancial Times - World -
Extremism endangers Germany's prosperity, warns central bank chief
Yahoo News - World -
Polish central bank chief seeks truce with Tusk over ‘idiotic’ accusations
Adam Glapiński insists he did not abuse his powers in bid to keep Law and Justice party in powerFinancial Times - 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 -
Canada's Poor Productivity Has Reached Emergency Status, Senior Central Bank Official Says
Bank of Canada’s senior deputy governor, Carolyn Rogers, warns that a turnaround is urgently needed to protect the economy from future bouts of inflation.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Poland's ruling coalition wants the central bank chief tried in court over hurting state interests
Lawmakers with Poland’s ruling pro-European Union coalition have launched a rare process to bring the central bank chief before a special court on allegations of acting against the country’s financial interestsABC News - World -
Poland's ruling coalition wants the central bank chief tried in court over hurting state interests
Yahoo News - World -
Harvard removes human skin binding from book
The book, from the mid-1880s, was reportedly bound with the skin from the body of a female patient.BBC News - Top stories -
Redefining Your Banking Relationship
Banking is a partnership, not a transaction. And it can help Black women overcome systemic financial hurdles.Inc. - Business -
Wemby out vs. Suns with sprained left ankle
A sprained left ankle will keep Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama out of Monday's game against the Phoenix Suns.ESPN - Sports - NBA -
Wales left to rue 'cruel' penalty shootout loss
Wales captain Ben Davies says it is "cruel" to miss out on a place at Euro 2024 via a penalty shootout defeat.BBC News - Top stories -
The Lone Volcano in California’s Central Valley
Often called “the world’s smallest mountain range,” the Sutter Buttes are an unlikely and beloved landmark in one of the flattest parts of the state.The New York Times - Top stories - California -
Tesla’s Pivot to China Saved Musk. It Also Binds Him to Beijing.
Tesla and China built a symbiotic relationship, with credits, workers and parts that made Mr. Musk ultrarich. Now, his reliance on the country may give Beijing leverage.The New York Times - Business - China -
Harvard Removes Binding of Human Skin From Book in Its Library
The decision to find a “respectful final disposition” for human remains used for a 19th-century book comes amid growing scrutiny of their presence in museum collections.The New York Times - Top stories -
Harvard will remove binding made of human skin from 1800s book
University says first owner of book by French novelist took the skin from a deceased female patient without consent. Harvard University has said it will be removing the binding made of human skin from a 19th-century book held in its library ...The Guardian - World -
Harvard library removes human skin from book binding
Harvard University removed human skin from the binding of "Des destinées de l'âme" in Houghton Library Wednesday after a review found ethical concerns with the book's origin and history.NBC News - Top stories -
Harvard removes human skin binding from 19th century book
The Harvard Library announced Wednesday it removed a human skin binding from a 19th century book that has been in the building for decades. "Des Destinées de l’Ame," a book written in the 1880s by Arsène Houssaye, has been held at the Houghton ...The Hill - Politics -
Barclays bank payments restored after outage
The bank has apologised as some customers experienced issues with payments into and out of accounts.BBC News - Top stories -
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 -
Tractors brought to Parliament in farmers' protest
Farmers from across the UK drive tractors to Westminster to protest a lack of support for food producers.BBC News - Top stories -
Who will win the battle for the Central Division crown?
The Avs, Stars and Jets are battling for the No. 1 seed -- and the Preds could make a run. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings.ESPN - Sports -
My father's diary left me wondering whether he was a killer
Disturbing passages in his late father's diaries lead writer Saul Wordsworth to hunt for the truth.BBC News - Top stories -
Joe Lunardi: Sweet 16 thoughts, and the awful taste Kentucky left us with
The committee appears to have gotten the top 10 teams exactly right. Then they got to Kentucky.ESPN - Sports -
India left reeling by Afghanistan as World Cup hopes begin to fade again
Expanded 2026 World Cup finals have given hope to Igor Stimac’s side but the Lions of Khorasan had other ideas. Perhaps the one positive for India from their shock 2-1 home defeat by Afghanistan in 2026 World Cup qualification is that the team ...The Guardian - World - World Cup -
Girl, 10, left inoperable after surgery axed seven times
The curvature of Eva Tennent's spine is now so severe that mum Jill Lockhart fears she will not survive.BBC News - Top stories -
Sources: Louisville targets Charleston's Kelsey
Pat Kelsey, who has guided Charleston to back-to-back NCAA tournament appearances, is being targeted by Louisville for its coaching vacancy, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Sports -
Targeting Americans | Sunday on 60 Minutes
For the first time, sources tell 60 Minutes they have evidence that a U.S. adversary may be involved in attacks on American government officials and a condition known as Havana Syndrome. Scott Pelley reports, Sunday.CBS News - Top stories -
Fed Rate Outlook Looks Just Right for Banks
Banks look forward to relief on deposit costs but have no desire to go back to zero rates.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
Beware of 'bank jugging' this tax season, police warn
Police are warning the public about "bank jugging" this tax season.The Hill - Politics -
Australia bank CEOs call for a fix to housing shortage
Yahoo News - World - Australia -
China Merchants Bank Gains on Dividend Surprise
China Merchants Bank’s shares rose after the lender surprised with a boost in its dividend ratio while annual earnings came in largely as expected.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Treasury staff worked at bank linked to China state
The Treasury says the secondment scheme deepens ties with Asia and boosts British business.BBC News - Top stories - China -
China’s property turmoil hits midsized bank Everbright
Regional lender’s shares fall after profits miss estimates due to investment losses and increase in cash set aside for bad debtsFinancial Times - World - China -
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 -
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