Bank of Korea likely to hold rates as domestic demand continues to improve
Jun 06, 2016 06:42 am UTC| Commentary
The Bank of Korea is expected to keep rates unchanged at its policy meeting scheduled on June 9, Thursday, following pickup in domestic demand over the past one month, owing to expansion in fiscal stimulus. The central...
ECB to stay pat, could raise its staff inflation projections on the back of higher oil prices
May 31, 2016 11:47 am UTC| Insights & Views Central Banks
Over the past few months, the ECB has grown more aggressive in its policymaking to push up inflation. It has slashed interest rates, including its main refinancing rate to zero, and expanded its bond-buying program. Data...
ECB likely to keep rates on hold this week, unlikely to signal additional easing
May 30, 2016 10:50 am UTC| Commentary Central Banks
The European Central Bank is likely to keep its monetary policy on hold this week and not provide any hints of additional easing, said Danske Bank in a research report. After the easing measures were announced in March,...
ECB likely to stay pat as market waits to factor earlier measures
May 30, 2016 08:34 am UTC| Commentary Central Banks
The European Central Bank is expected to stay on hold at its policy meeting, scheduled on Thursday since certain comprehensive measures that were ruled out in March, are still waiting to be implemented. Against such a...
BoC keeps key policy rate on hold, external risks to economic growth remain
May 26, 2016 06:09 am UTC| Commentary Central Banks
The Canadian central bank yesterday maintained its key interest rate at 0.5%, on par with expectations. The Bank of Canada noted that the outline of the nations outlook has been altered amidst the Northern Alberta...
Stevens reiterates RBAs commitment to 2-3% inflation target, highlights flexible approach
May 24, 2016 13:35 pm UTC| Commentary Central Banks
RBA Governor Glenn Stevens communication today had no major market implications. As largely expected, Stevens spoke today on inflation, emphasising the importance of the 2-3% inflation target. He said that the Bank takes a...
Japan likely to introduce fiscal stimulus package, BoJ expected to further ease monetary policy
May 23, 2016 06:20 am UTC| Commentary Central Banks
During the upcoming G7 summit in Japan on 26-27 May, Japan is likely to lead the flexible fiscal policy management, said Barclays in a research report. Japans public sector expenditure is likely to be normal again post...
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