Japan’s economy grew at a much weaker pace than expected in the second quarter, while yields on its benchmark government bonds climbed to levels not seen...
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August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
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Fed Officials Held Rates Steady in January, Minutes Show Caution on Inflation
Federal Reserve policymakers kept interest rates unchanged at their late-January meeting, with meeting minutes signaling that officials remain watchful on inflation before considering any further moves....
Rate-Hike Expectations Spread Across Global Central Banks
Pressure to raise interest rates is no longer confined to the United States. Investors and analysts are increasingly pricing in tighter monetary policy from major central...
U.S. Inflation Ticked Up Modestly in July, Shelter Costs Remain a Pressure Point
Consumer prices rose just 0.1% in July on a monthly basis, a mild reading that suggests inflation continues to cool — though it has not yet...