Keywords: Central Banks


IMF signals support for federal reserve review of monetary policy communication strategy

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has welcomed the U.S. Federal Reserve's planned review of its communication strategy, saying it looks forward to engaging with the central bank as it reassesses how it communicates monetary policy and the use of forward guidance. Speaking on Thursday in Washington,......

Bank of England warns artificial intelligence could pose growing risk to financial stability

The Bank of England has warned that the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence could create new risks for financial stability, as investors increasingly place large bets on the technology while banks become more exposed to potential cyber threats. In its latest half-yearly assessment of risks facing......

Central banks signal historic shift in reserve strategies away from the US dollar

Central banks around the world are expected to gradually reduce the share of the US dollar in their foreign exchange reserves over the next decade, marking a significant shift in global reserve management strategies, according to a recent survey conducted by financial think tank OMFIF. The study suggests......

Central bank independence faces renewed pressure amid inflation concerns

As inflationary pressures continue to challenge economies around the world, concerns are growing over the ability of central banks to operate independently from political influence. Policymakers and economic experts warn that maintaining institutional independence remains essential to preserving financial......

German central bank chief calls for stronger action to stabilize financial markets

The president of Germany’s central bank, Joachim Nagel, said global central banks could take stronger measures to calm financial markets and restore investor confidence amid growing economic uncertainty. Speaking before a meeting of finance ministers and central bank officials from the Group of......

El Niño threat amplifies Middle East oil shock as Asian inflation hits multi-year highs

Asia is facing a dangerous convergence of inflationary pressures as a looming El Niño weather event and record temperatures compound the economic fallout from the Middle East oil crisis, threatening to drive food and energy costs sharply higher in the second half of 2026 at a moment when central......

Bank of Japan holds rates in split vote as Iran war lifts inflation risks

The Bank of Japan kept its policy rate unchanged at 0.75 percent in a closely divided decision, with three policymakers voting for an increase to 1 percent. The 6 to 3 split highlights rising concern within the central bank as the war in Iran drives energy prices higher and intensifies inflationary pressures.......

Market tightening gives central banks room to observe

Financial markets are tightening rapidly as the ongoing conflict in Iran drives energy prices higher, giving central banks the option to delay immediate rate changes. In the United States, overall financial conditions have tightened sharply due to rising energy costs, higher borrowing and mortgage rates,......

Central banks worldwide raise inflation forecasts amid Iran war energy shock

Central banks across the globe have lifted their inflation outlooks less than a month after U.S. and Israeli forces struck Iran on February 28. The conflict's economic fallout spreads as energy prices soar and supply chains disrupt. Governments activate emergency measures to counter the crisis [reuters.com]. France's......