Independence
Japanese PM says BoJ ‘halfway’ to achieving sustainable growth
Central bank says it does not comment on prime ministers’ statements
Bessent includes former Lehman banker on Fed shortlist
Rick Rieder joins Bowman, Hassett, Waller and Warsh in running to replace Powell
Miran threatens Fed independence and lacks credible analysis, say experts
Economists disagree with governor's assessments of neutral rate and forthcoming inflation
Bailey defends BoE’s internships for black applicants
Governor says internships are open to all, after politicians say programme is “discriminatory”
Tunisian government to seek monetary financing again
Treasury plans to tap $3.7 billion from central bank to plug fiscal deficit and repay foreign debt
Miran accuses FOMC members of alienating conservatives
‘Singling out one set of policies’ can make conservatives ‘feel they’re opposed to them’, said Miran
Powell defends policy stance and balance sheet
Fed chair stands firm, amid criticism from Bessent and others
The voice of the central bank in times of uncertainty
The NBU’s monetary policy head Volodymyr Lepushynskyi explains the importance of transparent communications in maintaining trust and managing expectations
How FOMC divisions could be a strength, not a weakness
Fed watchers say disagreements make for better policy, provided governors are not in hock to government
Bill seeking greater oversight over BI is diluted – report
Lawmakers would not be able to remove central bank leaders but would have more supervisory powers
Fed should reorganise and speak to counter Trump – Eichengreen
Professor says five-year lag for publication of forecasts is ‘excessive’ in current context
US Supreme Court says Cook can stay for now
Experts say decision provides grounds for optimism ahead of final ruling in 2026