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Today: June 15, 2026
Today: June 15, 2026

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Fed's Jefferson says monetary policy is 'well positioned' amid inflation risks

By Michael S.

Fed's Jefferson says monetary policy is 'well positioned' amid inflation risks
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Once investor darlings, Australian banks get reality check on mortgage change

A looming slowdown in mortgage lending, higher provisions for souring loans and rising interest rates are darkening the outlook for

Once investor darlings, Australian banks get reality check on mortgage change
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Investors expect US dollar to break higher as Fed battles inflation

The U.S. dollar, long stuck in a tight trading range, could be in for a break higher as the Federal Reserve shifts its focus to fighting worrisome signs that inflation is

Investors expect US dollar to break higher as Fed battles inflation
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BOJ's net income falls due to higher interest payments on reserves

The Bank of Japan saw net income fall in fiscal 2025 as rising interest rates boosted payments made on excess reserves parked with the central bank, its

BOJ's net income falls due to higher interest payments on reserves
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NZ central bank flags imminent hikes to counter energy shock after narrow hold

New Zealand's central bank held rates steady on Wednesday, but a split vote underscored a knife-edge decision, as policymakers warned

NZ central bank flags imminent hikes to counter energy shock after narrow hold
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Australia consumer inflation slows in April, core creeps higher

Australian consumer prices increased by less than expected in April thanks to a government tax cut on fuel, data showed on Wednesday, while core inflation ticked up as

Australia consumer inflation slows in April, core creeps higher
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Japan's corporate service prices rise 3% in April

A key gauge of Japan's service-sector inflation rose 3.0% in April from a year earlier, data showed on Wednesday, reinforcing the central bank's view that a tight labour

Japan's corporate service prices rise 3% in April
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Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says

The persistence of energy price shocks will be a key factor guiding the European Central Bank's next policy decision, Dutch central bank chief

Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says
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Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields

Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields

Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields
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Warsh elected chair of U.S. Fed's rate-setting committee

The U.S.

Warsh elected chair of U.S. Fed's rate-setting committee
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Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy

Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy

Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy
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Fed's Waller's ready to axe 'easing bias,' says rate-cut talk now is 'crazy'

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, an influential voice in policymaking who until recently had advocated for lower

Fed's Waller's ready to axe 'easing bias,' says rate-cut talk now is 'crazy'
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Britons hold their nerve but turn warier about big spending plans, GfK says

British consumers have turned a little less downbeat this month but are the least willing to make big purchases in almost a year and a half, underscoring the fragile mood

Britons hold their nerve but turn warier about big spending plans, GfK says
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Australia's unemployment hits 4-1/2 year high, lessens risk of rate rise

Australian employment unexpectedly fell in April while the jobless rate jumped to the highest level since late 2021, a possible sign the labour market might be

Australia's unemployment hits 4-1/2 year high, lessens risk of rate rise
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Dollar dips on hopes for Iran deal, yen near danger zone

The U.S. dollar retreated from a six-week high on Wednesday on rising hopes that the U.S. is nearing a deal with Iran to end the war in the Middle East.

Dollar dips on hopes for Iran deal, yen near danger zone
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Bank of England has time to gauge impact of Iran war, Bailey says

A rise in market interest rates since the start of the Iran war has given the Bank of England more time to assess the economic impact

Bank of England has time to gauge impact of Iran war, Bailey says
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US mortgage rates rise to 6.56%, MBA says

The rate on the most popular U.S. home loan rose last week to its highest in seven weeks, as concerns about inflation from higher oil prices and an uncertain outlook for the Iran

US mortgage rates rise to 6.56%, MBA says
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Macron ally cleared to run French central bank

Emmanuel Moulin, President Emmanuel Macron's former chief of staff, on Wednesday won lawmakers' approval to head the Bank of France after

Macron ally cleared to run French central bank
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UK inflation dips in only temporary relief from Iran war impact

British inflation cooled by more than expected in April but the slowdown did little to mask a tough outlook for households, with global costs

UK inflation dips in only temporary relief from Iran war impact
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The market powerful enough to sway stocks and Trump is rumbling again

The bond market is making noise again

The market powerful enough to sway stocks and Trump is rumbling again
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Investors see no let-up in bond market strain

The latest sharp selloff in U.S. Treasuries may be far from over.

Investors see no let-up in bond market strain
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Japan's wholesale inflation spikes on energy shock, bolsters case for June rate hike

Japan's wholesale inflation accelerated in April at the fastest pace in three years as the Iran war boosted oil and chemical goods prices, data showed on

Japan's wholesale inflation spikes on energy shock, bolsters case for June rate hike
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Canadian dollar extends daily losing streak as BoC minutes show patience

The Canadian dollar edged lower for a sixth straight day against its U.S. counterpart on Wednesday, as the greenback posted broad-based gains and minutes

Canadian dollar extends daily losing streak as BoC minutes show patience
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What to know about incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, in one resume

What to know about incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, in one resume

What to know about incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, in one resume
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Warsh wins confirmation as Fed chair, with inflation on the march

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Warsh wins confirmation as Fed chair, with inflation on the march
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US producer prices surprise with largest increase in four years

U.S. producer prices posted their biggest increase in four years in April, boosted by soaring costs for goods and services, the latest sign of

US producer prices surprise with largest increase in four years
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Brazil's retail sales beat forecasts, hit record high in March

Brazil's retail sales volumes beat expectations and reached a record high in March, data from statistics agency IBGE showed on Wednesday, though high borrowing costs

Brazil's retail sales beat forecasts, hit record high in March
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US annual consumer inflation posts largest gain in three years as prices increase broadly

U.S. consumer inflation increased further in April, with the annual rate posting its largest gain in three years, heightening political risks for

US annual consumer inflation posts largest gain in three years as prices increase broadly
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The Iran war is hitting home as gasoline prices fuel inflation surge of 3.8% in the US

U.S. consumer prices climbed a sharply again last month as the 10-week war with Iran pushed energy prices higher

The Iran war is hitting home as gasoline prices fuel inflation surge of 3.8% in the US
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April CPI rises more than expected; bond yields climb

U.S. consumer prices rose at a brisk clip for a second straight month in April, posting the largest

April CPI rises more than expected; bond yields climb
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Norway's April core inflation rises in line with expectations 

Norway's annual core inflation rose in line with expectations in April, Statistics Norway (SSB) data showed on Monday, supporting expectations interest rates could increase

Norway's April core inflation rises in line with expectations 
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Colombia 12-month inflation edges up in April

Colombia's consumer prices rose 0.78% in the fourth month of 2026, the country's DANE statistics agency said on Friday, taking cumulative 12-month price growth to 5.68%.

Colombia 12-month inflation edges up in April
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S&P 500 and Nasdaq notch records, boosted by AI and earnings optimism

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq notched record highs on Friday, boosted by gains in Nvidia, Sandisk and other AI-related stocks, while a stronger-than-expected jobs

S&P 500 and Nasdaq notch records, boosted by AI and earnings optimism
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April jobs report shows continued strength

U.S. employment increased more than expected in April while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%, pointing to labor market resilience and reinforcing expectations that

April jobs report shows continued strength
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UK housing market slows as Iran war hits demand, Halifax data shows

British house prices fell in April for a second month in a row as concerns about the impact of the war in Iran hurt buyer demand and in annual terms they

UK housing market slows as Iran war hits demand, Halifax data shows
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US job growth likely slowed in April as boost from temporary factors fades

U.S. job growth likely slowed in April as the boost from warmer weather and return of striking health workers faded, but that would not signal a

US job growth likely slowed in April as boost from temporary factors fades
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NY Fed finds stability in longer-run inflation views in April

By Michael S.

NY Fed finds stability in longer-run inflation views in April
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Argentina should approach markets with lower interest rates, official says

Argentina should approach the markets with lower interest rates, the country's Secretary of Economic Policy, Jose Luis Daza, said Wednesday during an event.

Argentina should approach markets with lower interest rates, official says
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All eyes on job market as Fed's rate-cut window narrows

The release of the U.S. employment report later this week will serve as a test of whether the economy remains resilient enough to keep the Federal Reserve's

All eyes on job market as Fed's rate-cut window narrows
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Brazil's central bank warns of emerging inflation risks as Iran war drags on

The Brazilian central bank considered changing its view on inflation risk balance but ultimately maintained a level outlook despite the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran already

Brazil's central bank warns of emerging inflation risks as Iran war drags on
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Brazil's consumer debt relief plan won't jeopardize rate-cut cycle, finance minister says

Brazil's finance minister Dario Durigan said the government's relaunched consumer debt relief program won't provide enough stimulus to derail the current monetary easing

Brazil's consumer debt relief plan won't jeopardize rate-cut cycle, finance minister says
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Barclays becomes latest brokerage to bet on no Fed rate cuts in 2026

Barclays on Monday joined a growing list of brokerages to bet on no policy easing from the U.S.

Barclays becomes latest brokerage to bet on no Fed rate cuts in 2026
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Kashkari says Iran war limits Fed's ability to provide rate guidance

By Michael S.

Kashkari says Iran war limits Fed's ability to provide rate guidance
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US attorney doesn’t rule out continuing to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Powell

US attorney doesn’t rule out continuing to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Powell

US attorney doesn’t rule out continuing to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Powell
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S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq advanced to record closing highs on Friday, boosted by robust earnings and a dip in crude prices, and turning

S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week
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The Fed subtly signaled that only rate cuts are on the table. Some Fed officials are crying foul

The Fed subtly signaled that only rate cuts are on the table. Some Fed officials are crying foul

The Fed subtly signaled that only rate cuts are on the table. Some Fed officials are crying foul
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US manufacturing sector holds steady in April; input costs hit 4-year high

U.S. manufacturing activity held steady in April, but supplier delivery performance worsened as the war in the Middle East disrupted shipping in the

US manufacturing sector holds steady in April; input costs hit 4-year high
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Bonds, stocks climb on oil's pullback; yen jumps after Japan's currency intervention

Global bond prices and stocks rose on Thursday as oil prices retreated from four-year highs, while the yen jumped after

Bonds, stocks climb on oil's pullback; yen jumps after Japan's currency intervention
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Big central banks say rate hikes are getting closer

Major central banks left interest rates unchanged this week but warned that they could raise them soon to prevent a jump in energy

Big central banks say rate hikes are getting closer
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AI-related investment, rebound in government spending lift US economy in first quarter

U.S. economic growth regained speed in the first quarter as businesses boosted investment in artificial intelligence and government spending

AI-related investment, rebound in government spending lift US economy in first quarter
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Bank of England holds rates, warns of inflation threat from Iran war

The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold on Thursday and set out a range of possible economic impacts from

Bank of England holds rates, warns of inflation threat from Iran war
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Inflation hits 3% in Europe as Iran war spreads oil price shock

Soaring oil prices from the Iran war pushed inflation higher to 3% in Europe in April

Inflation hits 3% in Europe as Iran war spreads oil price shock
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Central bank hawks spook bonds, tech untroubled

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu Jerome Powell's parting gift as Fed Chair was a proper hawkish tilt - the U.S. central bank held interest rates steady but in the

Central bank hawks spook bonds, tech untroubled
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BOJ warns inflation could rise well above target in risk scenario

The Bank of Japan is projecting core inflation hovering around 3%, well above its 2% target, for two years in a row under a risk scenario of elevated oil

BOJ warns inflation could rise well above target in risk scenario
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Wall Street ends mixed ahead of big tech earnings

Wall Street oscillated on Wednesday, as investors juggled spiking crude prices, the U.S.

Wall Street ends mixed ahead of big tech earnings
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German inflation accelerates to 2.9% in April as energy costs soar

German headline inflation picked up in April due to surging energy prices fuelled by the war in Iran, data showed on Wednesday, though a drop in core

German inflation accelerates to 2.9% in April as energy costs soar
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Powell's tenure as Fed chief, bookended by Trump, draws to a close

On a chilly spring day in 2017, Jerome Powell made a six-hour round trip by car through heavy mountain fog from Washington to West Virginia

Powell's tenure as Fed chief, bookended by Trump, draws to a close
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US mortgage rates tick up to 6.37%, MBA says

U.S. mortgage rates rose last week for the first time in a month, with the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage up 2 basis points to 6.37% for the

US mortgage rates tick up to 6.37%, MBA says
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Investors reload yen shorts in intervention test

Investors have built the biggest short yen position in nearly two years, selling the currency against the euro, Swiss franc,

Investors reload yen shorts in intervention test
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British finance minister Reeves says targeted steps needed to protect UK from war impact without lasting rate hit

British finance minister Rachel Reeves said on Tuesday the government needs to make targeted interventions to shield the economy from the impact of the U.S.-Israel war on Iran

British finance minister Reeves says targeted steps needed to protect UK from war impact without lasting rate hit
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Global inflation worries stir on energy price flare-up, but still relatively subdued 

Inflation in most countries will be markedly higher this year than predicted three months ago amid a stalemate in the energy crisis brought about by the

Global inflation worries stir on energy price flare-up, but still relatively subdued 
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US bond markets diverge as Middle East conflict tests Fed outlook

A Middle East conflict now in its ninth week has splintered the U.S. fixed-income market, with investors in corporate credit behaving as if

US bond markets diverge as Middle East conflict tests Fed outlook
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Inflation surge and eroding growth raise policy dilemma for ECB

Euro zone inflation expectations are surging on the fallout from the Iran war but economic growth is faltering, separate European

Inflation surge and eroding growth raise policy dilemma for ECB
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South Korea's central bank cites war uncertainty in cautious approach, minutes show

South Korea's monetary policy board said a cautious, wait-and-see approach is appropriate for now as heightened uncertainty from the Iran war warrants more monitoring of

South Korea's central bank cites war uncertainty in cautious approach, minutes show
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Oil prices hit two-week high as Iran talks stall and Strait of Hormuz shipments lag

Oil prices climbed about 3% to a two-week high on Monday as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran stalled and shipments through the Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices hit two-week high as Iran talks stall and Strait of Hormuz shipments lag
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Forget 'fiscal discipline,' record govt debt is here to stay: McGeever

With government debt levels sky high across the developed world, leaders are being warned to get their fiscal houses in order, but in an age of

Forget 'fiscal discipline,' record govt debt is here to stay: McGeever
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Bank of England to keep rates on hold while it gauges impact of Iran war

The Bank of England will keep interest rates on hold this week and try to look ahead to the damage building up for Britain's economy from the Iran war

Bank of England to keep rates on hold while it gauges impact of Iran war
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Soaring US stocks face pivotal week of tech-led earnings, Fed meeting

A scorching U.S. stock rally faces a test from a mammoth week of corporate results led by major technology companies, along with a Federal Reserve

Soaring US stocks face pivotal week of tech-led earnings, Fed meeting
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UK companies ramp up selling price expectations, Bank of England survey shows

British businesses ramped up their expectations for selling prices in the year ahead, according to a survey published by the Bank of England on Friday that added to a run of

UK companies ramp up selling price expectations, Bank of England survey shows
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How the DOJ went from investigating Powell to dropping the case

The Federal Reserve's years-long renovation of two historic buildings along the National Mall to be used as part of its headquarters in Washington exploded into political

How the DOJ went from investigating Powell to dropping the case
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Jeanine Pirro drops criminal probe of Jerome Powell

Jeanine Pirro drops criminal probe of Jerome Powell

Jeanine Pirro drops criminal probe of Jerome Powell
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Instant View: End of Powell probe relieves uncertainty over Fed succession plan

The Justice Department is closing its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, U.S.

Instant View: End of Powell probe relieves uncertainty over Fed succession plan
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Japan's core inflation stays below BOJ target, energy risks grow

Japan's core inflation slowed below the central bank's 2% target for a second straight month in March, data showed on Friday, as government fuel subsidies

Japan's core inflation stays below BOJ target, energy risks grow
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US business activity recovers in April, war with Iran is boosting prices, S&P Global survey shows

U.S. business activity picked up in April after nearly stalling in the prior month, but supplier delivery times at factories worsened as the war with

US business activity recovers in April, war with Iran is boosting prices, S&P Global survey shows