Balance sheet
IMF’s Adrian on the big tech threat and why a ‘non-system’ works
The IMF’s financial counsellor speaks about risks from big tech’s move into fintech, the fund’s efforts to craft well-targeted policy guidance and why the current international monetary ‘non-system’ works
The future of balance sheet policies
Central banks are expected to resort to a range of balance sheet activities to fight the next downturn. William Towning investigates what tactics they may deploy
Trump says Powell ‘let us down’
US president calls for looser policy and criticises Fed as Powell gives no clues on future path
BoE’s Hauser sheds light on ‘quantitative tightening’ in the UK
Central banks have a greater obligation to provide liquidity in good times and bad, official says
Could the Fed cut short its balance sheet plans?
Fed watchers weigh in on possible balance sheet moves in July meeting
Carney pledges BoE will shape ‘future of finance’
BoE considers innovations on balance sheet, SME credit and climate stress tests; Carney says BoE will approach Facebook’s Libra with “open mind”, not “open door”
Climate change – Where can central banks contribute?
Climate change is becoming increasingly important to central banks thanks to its implications for financial stability. In a forum sponsored by Amundi, Central Banking convened a panel of experts to discuss the latest innovations, regulations and…
The calm before the storm – The climate change 2019 survey
As climate-related risks to the financial sector become increasingly understood, central banks are demonstrating their willingness to develop capabilities to analyse the impact and modify their policies. A new survey indicates a watershed for central…
Fed prepared to adjust balance sheet size and composition
Minutes reveal discussions of how the Fed could use its balance sheet in long-run
New IMF data reveals non-banks drive capital flows when global risks rise
Evidence can be used to analyse how changes in industry mix can impact capital flow volatility, researchers say
Quantitative easing: a never-ending story?
The Federal Reserve is cutting the size of its balance sheet, but is unlikely to reduce it to pre-crisis levels due to fears about financial stability. It also appears to have kept its floor system for the same reason
Fed makes ‘technical adjustment’ to monetary policy
The move does not signal a change in policy stance, Powell says
The IFF China Report 2019
Insight and perspectives from the world's leaders, premier policy-makers and financiers
Understanding the Fed’s proposed reserves tool
The FOMC hinted at a tool for cutting reserves demand at its last meeting – the question is, why?
NY Fed official sketches key factors for balance sheet plans
Fed’s nominal securities purchases may be higher than before crisis, official says
The IFF China Report 2019: The Belt and Road Initiative
Over the past five years, China has invested more than $70 billion in Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) countries, of which there are now in excess of 100. Leading Chinese and international policy-makers explain how BRI efforts are progressing. This section…
The Belt and Road Initiative 2019 Survey – A new driver for globalisation?
The second Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Survey of 28 central banks reveals that they view the BRI as a major driver of globalisation, with a high percentage of respondents expecting the initiative to provide a significant boost to GDP. So far,…
The IFF China Report 2019: Redesigning the international trading and monetary system
Reform of the financial system that brought about the 2007–08 financial crisis has not gone far enough and advanced and emerging market economies must find a more co-operative way forward to ensure globalisation can continue.
The turmoil test for emerging and advanced economies
Greater integration between advanced and emerging market economies during globalisation has made both more susceptible to risk of spillover – financial contagion and volatility. As the US continues to normalise its monetary policy, deputy governor of…
Atlanta’s Bostic lays out case for central banking with ‘ample’ reserves
Floor system performing well and has benefits, says Atlanta Fed president; Harker and Rosengren argue for shift in balance sheet composition
FOMC cuts rate projections as Powell warns of slowing growth
Federal Reserve’s rate-setting body projects slower inflation, higher unemployment
NY Fed activates motion to dismiss TNB’s lawsuit
“The relief TNB seeks is wholly incompatible with the public interest” – New York Fed
Brainard hints at Fed’s monetary policy plans
Governor’s speech signals plans on policy rates and Treasury bills purchasing after QT end
Technology in reserve management: Outlook for 2019
Reserve managers look to cloud for solutions, but security issues remain