Inflation
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
Iceland, Romania and Serbia hold, while Poland cuts rates
High food inflation continues to affect eastern Europe
Philippines unexpectedly cuts policy rate
Central bank says government spending concerns have weakened business sentiment
Asean+3 central banks have space to buffer shocks – Amro report
Study says institutions are capable of more accommodative policy, should external circumstances demand it
New Zealand makes 50bp cut amid weak economic growth
Independent economists were split over level of easing, central bank says it is open to cutting further
Egypt continues easing cycle with 100bp cuts
Slowing inflation and strong currency provide room for lowering rates as country expects IMF review
Central banks must focus on comms – Bank of Finland panel
Institutions need to concentrate on anchoring inflation expectations, governors say
BoE’s Breeden dismisses worries over UK’s persistent inflation
September’s flare-up in prices will not have significant second-round effects, deputy governor says
India maintains wait-and-see approach with rates hold
RBI’s governor says effects of previous easing cycle and US tariffs have yet to play out
Australia leaves policy rate unchanged, as expected
Governor says policy a little restrictive, while RBA notes slightly higher-than-forecast inflation data
BoJ’s Noguchi says need to adjust rate increasing ‘more than ever’
Member of central bank’s policy board says Japan on way to achieving 2% inflation target
Banxico cuts rates by 25bp to 7.5%
Mexican central bank follows in Fed’s footsteps and signals intent for more easing
Central Europe’s central banks hold rates
Switzerland, Czech Republic and Hungary keep policy steady
Nigeria lowers rates after three-year hiking cycle
Central bank says disinflation gives it room for cuts to support economic recovery
Riksbank cuts rates, teases end to QT in December
Swedish central bank says uptick in inflation is transitory
Eurozone consumers shifted habits after tariffs – ECB survey
More financially literate citizens stopped buying US goods, consumer expectations survey shows
Sarb pauses easing cycle as inflation ticks up
Bank cautiously optimistic about growth, but wary of expectations becoming unanchored
BoJ holds policy as expected and plans to sell ETF and J-Reit assets
Two board members vote for hike, but all agree on sales that economists say will help normalise policy
Bank of Ghana makes higher-than-expected rate cut
Central bank strikes bullish tone over prospects for economic growth and reduction in inflation
Norges Bank continues easing campaign with another 25bp cut
Central bank governor strikes hawkish tone, highlights increasing productivity
BoE holds rates and slows QT
Maturity profile shortened as Bailey aims to avoid disrupting gilt markets
Brazil holds rates at 15% with hawkish guidance
Rate-setters say they would “not hesitate to resume” hiking cycle if necessary
Fed eases by 25bp as concerns grow over US labour market
Experts differ over impact of tariffs on inflation and unemployment
BI makes third surprise cut as lawmakers mull its mandate
Bank says 25bp easing aimed at promoting growth, pledges further monetary-fiscal policy alignment