Switzerland’s central bank left its key interest rate unchanged at its latest policy meeting, signaling a more cautious stance after an aggressive easing cycle that brought...
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October 9, 2026
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South Africa Lifts Interest Rate to 7.25% Amid Global Inflation Pressures
South Africa’s central bank has raised its benchmark interest rate to 7.25%, citing inflation pressures that have intensified alongside broader geopolitical tensions in the Middle East....
South Africa’s Growth Outlook Stays Fragile as Borrowing Costs Weigh on Economy
South Africa’s economic growth prospects remain under pressure as higher interest rates slow consumer spending and business investment. The combination of tight monetary policy and longstanding...
Swiss National Bank Holds Rate at Zero as Global Tightening Pressure Mounts
Switzerland is holding its benchmark interest rate at zero, even as central banks around the world continue to raise borrowing costs. Markets are increasingly skeptical that...