Governance
Fiscal policy may complicate fight against inflation, says Macklem
Bank of Canada governor warns projected spending may ‘not be helpful’ for monetary policy
Ex-governor backs candidate who wants to abolish BCRA
Guido Sandleris says ‘continuity of Kirchnerism’ would be worse for Argentina
Turkey continues rate increases for fifth straight month
Central bank wants Turkey on a ‘disinflation course’ in 2024
RBA’s Bullock rules out setting an employment target
Governor says full employment cannot be reduced to a single measurement
US regulators issue new climate guidance, despite opposition
Governors Waller and Bowman voice strong disapproval
Macklem warns Canadian politicians against rates lobbying
Governor says politicians’ letters could suggest ‘operational independence is at risk’
China boosts support for economy with new debt issuance
The central government will issue one trillion yuan in bonds in the fourth quarter
CBDC opponent is Republican speaker candidate for four hours
Emmer has introduced 'CBDC Anti-Surveillance Act' to lower house
Botswana president appoints new governor
Government gives no reason for replacing Pelaelo, who led central bank since 2016
People: South Africa deputy governor plans to resign
BCIE presidential race; Chile general manager leaving; and more
Bangladesh Bank reforms MPC
Move is part of IMF-promoted reforms as Bangladesh adopts interest-rate targeting
Colombia’s Acosta says early cuts ‘a big risk’
Statement to Bloomberg contradicts wishes of president and much of business community
CPMI seeks better governance of fast payment links
Committee embarking on project to build supporting framework for FPS links
Philippines’ Marcos pledges SWF will still go ahead
Government puts implementation rules on hold, but president says it will open by year’s end
Argentine candidate promises opposition seats on BCRA board
Massa promises to renegotiate IMF loan as country heads to the polls on October 22
RBA staff considering industrial action over salary increases
Central bank offered a 11% pay rise over the next three years, but union says it is not enough
Ecuador president-elect sends mixed signals on central bank raid
Noboa pledged to spend $1.5 billion, but later said this would only be in emergency
Reserve Benchmarks 2023 – model banks analysis
Benchmarking data sheds light on key differences in reserves management strategies in advanced, emerging and developing economies
Israeli economy and budget will remain resilient, says Yaron
Bank of Israel governor expects inflation will return to target on schedule
IMF hits PRGT milestone but quota deal remains elusive
US wants to maintain voting shares as China continues to press for more proportional allocation
Opponents of dual mandate win New Zealand elections
National Party promises to abolish RBNZ commitment to ‘maximum sustainable employment’
Argentina raises policy rate to 133% as crisis deepens
Presidential candidate Milei says peso worth less than ‘excrement’
FCA fines former Barclays CEO and bans him from senior roles
UK regulator says Staley lied about relationship with Jeffrey Epstein
Cross-border CBDC challenging to deliver, officials warn
But digital currency could tackle “extremely high” remittance costs, says IMF’s Tobias Adrian