Why there’s significant pressure on global bond markets.
Why there’s significant pressure on global bond markets due to several interconnected factors: 1. Persistent High Inflation:* Inflation remains stubbornly above central bank targets in many major economies (like the US, Eurozone, UK).* High inflation erodes the real value of the fixed interest payments bonds provide.* This forces investors to demand higher yields (interest rates) […]
The European Central Bank (ECB) and Bank of England (BOE) are pursuing divergent monetary policies, as the ECB prioritizes growth. – WHY?
The European Central Bank (ECB) and Bank of England (BOE) are pursuing divergent monetary policies, as the ECB prioritizes growth. – WHY?? The European Central Bank (ECB) and Bank of England (BOE) are pursuing **divergent monetary policies** due to **fundamental differences in their economic conditions**, despite both facing post-pandemic inflation. Here’s why the BOE holds […]
The European Central Bank (ECB) and Bank of England (BOE) are pursuing divergent monetary policies, as the ECB prioritizes growth. – WHY?
The European Central Bank (ECB) and Bank of England (BOE) are pursuing divergent monetary policies, as the ECB prioritizes growth. – WHY?? The European Central Bank (ECB) and Bank of England (BOE) are pursuing **divergent monetary policies** due to **fundamental differences in their economic conditions**, despite both facing post-pandemic inflation. Here’s why the BOE holds […]
ECB Cuts Interest Rates Amid Below-Target Inflation
ECB Cuts Interest Rates Amid Below-Target Inflation“Today’s rate cut was all but guaranteed given favorable inflation data released earlier this week, which points to a disinflationary process that remains underway in the eurozone,” said Grant Slade, international economist at Morningstar.“The statement from the ECB reaffirmed its ‘data-dependent’ approach to determining its policy stance. This reflects […]
Markets in a Minute
Key highlights US. trade court strikes down tariffs: The U.S. Court of International Trade {CIT) ruled that President Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs were illegal and gave the administration ten days to unwind the levies. However, the CIT’s decision was paused until 9 June by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. American consumer […]