Monetary policy

The Federal Reserve and Bank of England hold their final policy meetings of 2024, with markets anticipating different outcomes from each central bank.

2024-12-16T22:25:25+0000

The Asian markets kickstarted the new week with a late-afternoon surge in Chinese equities yesterday, with one to watch for the bullish momentum to continue into today’s session.

2024-12-10T05:36:48+0000

The European Central Bank faces a crucial decision this week as markets anticipate the first rate cut of 2024, amid persistent economic challenges in the Eurozone.

2024-12-10T00:54:16+0000

The ASX 200 fluctuates as bank stocks decline due to broker downgrades, while China's fiscal stimulus hopes uplift mining. RBA's rate decision and future announcements will shape Australia's market.

2024-11-05T06:00:47+0000

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand's unexpected 50 bp rate cut has sent the Kiwi dollar plunging to a seven-week low, as economic data shows subdued growth and inflation remains under control.

2024-10-09T05:32:29+0100

As the Bank of England prepares for its September rate decision, economists and market watchers anticipate a continuation of cautious monetary policy amid mixed economic signals.

2024-09-18T01:46:37+0100

The ASX 200 index gains 13 points, despite giving back early gains following RBA Governor Michele Bullock's remarks against rate cuts.

2024-09-05T06:35:22+0100

​​​The July FOMC minutes and Fed Chair's Jerome Powell’s speech at the Jackson Hole Symposium should provide colour on the start of the rate cut cycle.​​

2024-08-20T01:12:21+0100