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Central bank project shows monetary policy still viable in 'tokenized' system
Central banks should still be able to conduct monetary policy effectively and perhaps be even nimbler in a more decentralized ...
How should central banks respond to US tariffs?
US tariffs have sent financial markets into a frenzy in recent weeks, but how much should central bankers be taking trade into account when setting monetary policy? To find out, Soumaya Keynes sits ...
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China's central bank cuts two key rates to historic lows as trade war simmers
BEIJING: China's central bank on Tuesday (May 20) cut two key interest rates to historic lows, as Beijing battles to ...
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Singapore central bank chief says US dollar assets irreplaceable
DOHA] US dollar-based assets have “enduring advantages” and remain virtually irreplaceable in the global financial system ...
Mexico Central Bank Cuts Interest Rate but Flags Trade Tensions, Weak Economy
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -The Bank of Mexico lowered its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points for the third consecutive ...
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Syria’s central bank chief: US sanctions relief a ‘turning point’
Abdulkader Husrieh discusses how sanctions relief could impact Syria’s reintegration into the global financial system.
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Bank Of England Raises Prospect Of Cheaper Mortgages With Interest Rate Cut To 4.25%
Yesterday, the Federal Reserve, the Bank of England’s US equivalent, held its main lending rates within the range 4.25% – 4.50% for the third time in succession. Both central banks have an ...
Transcript: How should central banks respond to US tariffs?
This is an audio transcript of The Economics Show podcast episode: ‘How should central banks respond to US tariffs?’ Soumaya Keynes Hello, it’s me, Soumaya. I am back. Did I miss anything? Trade wars ...