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Danmarks Nationalbank, Monetary Review 1st Q 2006
The Danmarks Nationalbank's Monetary Review for the First Quarter 2006, published 29 March, reports that the economic upswing has continued at full speed in Denmark.
As rates rise, Asia's risky markets get riskier
The appetite for riskier Asian assets is strong, according to this article published Thursday 23 March, but rising interest rates raise the chance of investors dumping some of these assets and if sentiment turns suddenly, local markets could be…
Singapore MAS may tighten further
Singapore's monetary policy may turn more aggressive in April to subdue growing inflationary pressures, according to this article published Friday 24 March. Some banks are adopting a hawkish view because recent increases in the consumer price index have…
Central Bank of Lesotho - Annual Report 2004
According to the Central Bank of Lesotho's Annual Report 2004, the Lesotho economy is estimated to have regained some growth momentum in 2004.
Schilder on banks and the compliance challenge
In the speech 'Banks and the compliance challenge' given on 16 March Professor Arnold Schilder of the BCBS Accounting Task Force said compliance risk is becoming one of the major risks banks are facing.
West Africa seeks new central bank governor
Heads of state of eight west African countries met Monday 27 March to find a new head for the Central Bank of West African States and review progress in fighting a bird flu outbreak in the region.
Former Mizuho executive may join BoJ board
The Japanese government plans to appoint Tadao Noda, a former deputy president of Mizuho Financial Group Inc. (8411.TO), as a new member of the Bank of Japan's Policy Board, Kyodo News reported, citing government sources.
Comment: 'Impasse' over CBK governor's position
A spokesperson for the Central Bank of Kenya has told CentralBankNews that the current wrangling between the central bank and the government has reached "an impasse". The governor of the central bank, Andrew Mullei, has been charged with four counts of…
China currency reserves top Japan's - report
China overtook Japan to become the world's largest holder of foreign-exchange reserves, the state-owned China Business News said, citing unidentified sources.
BoE's King sees near-term rise in inflation
Speaking before the Treasury Select Committee on Tuesday 28 March, Bank of England governor Mervyn King said that CPI inflation will likely rise above the 2 pct target over the short term.
IMF's Rato on Palocci's resignation
Rodrigo de Rato, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), issued a statement on Monday 27 March on the resignation of Brazilian Finance Minister Antonio Palocci.
Fed introduces new kids' web page
The Federal Reserve Board on Monday launched a new kids' web page designed to educate middle school students about the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.
New BOK governor
Lee Seung-tae, designated by President Roh as the Bank of Korea's new governor, inherits both great authority and formidable responsibility, according to this Opinion piece published on Sunday 26 March.
RBA Financial Stability Review, March 2006
The Reserve Bank of Australia published the March 2006 edition of its Financial Stability Review on Tuesday 28 March. Recent developments have been largely favourable from a financial stability perspective, according to the latest Review.
Interview with Malaysia's Zeti
In an interview published Thursday 23 March, Bank Negara Malaysia governor Zeti Akhtar Aziz said the BNM will intervene in foreign-exchange markets to moderate any major outflows, particularly if such moves don't reflect economic fundamentals.
Bank of Latvia - Annual Report 2004
According to the Bank of Latvia's Annual Report 2004, robust economic growth in Latvia was supported by strong domestic and rising foreign demand.
Norges Bank's Conference on Monetary Policy 2006
The Norges Bank's conference on monetary policy 2006, which is held in connection with the publication of Norges Banks's Annual Report for 2005, will be held on 30 March.
CBK's Mullei 'replaced' as governor
Central Bank of Kenya governor Dr Andrew Mullei is to be replaced temporarily at the CBK by deputy governor Mrs Jecinter Mwatela who has been appointed acting governor.
Turkey: Sezer rejects central bank candidate
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said that President Ahmet Necdet Sezer did not ratify the government's candidate for the governorship of the Central Bank of Turkey.
China should tap reserves to buy gold
A Bank of China official was quoted on Monday 27 March as saying that China should use part of its foreign exchange reserves to buy gold.
Comment: Trouble brews in Turkey
The political row over the appointment of a new governor for the Central Bank of Turkey threatens to disrupt to the country's financial markets. More fundamentally, the mere suggestion that whoever emerges from the episode as the next governor is a…
State Bank of Vietnam urged to modernise
The State Bank of Vietnam has not reached the levels of transparency and accountability required of a successful central bank, a State Bank official was quoted as saying by Vietnam News.
BoJ to stick to best policy timing - Fukui
Bank of Japan Governor Toshihiko Fukui said on Monday 27 March that the central bank will conduct monetary policy with the most appropriate timing and a delicate touch.
Sweden's Nyberg on financial reforms
In the speech 'Financial reforms and financial crises - Swedish experiences' given on 27 March Lars Nyberg of the Sveriges Riksbank said it is dangerous to use regulations to limit competition in the banking sector.