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FOMC Minutes Show Deep Divisions as Central Bank Weighs Rate Path Amid Inflation Risks  Following Iran War
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FOMC Minutes Show Deep Divisions as Central Bank Weighs Rate Path Amid Inflation Risks Following Iran War

FOMC minutes reveal divisions as policymakers weigh inflation risks, labor weakness, and geopolitical uncertainty, signaling flexibility on rate hikes or cuts while emphasizing data dependence and a cautious, meeting-by-meeting approach.

By Shanthi Rexaline6 days ago
ECB, BOJ Keep Rates Steady but Warn of ‘Uncertain’ Impact from Energy and LNG Disruptions Caused by the Unceasing Iran War
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ECB, BOJ Keep Rates Steady but Warn of ‘Uncertain’ Impact from Energy and LNG Disruptions Caused by the Unceasing Iran War

G10 central banks hold rates steady and issued cautious commentary, citing Iran war-driven energy shock risks, and the forex market showed muted reaction to the decisions.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 19, 2026, 12:29 PM ET
Fed Holds Rates Steady Despite Nudging Up Inflation Estimates, Flags Uncertainty Over US-Iran War
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Fed Holds Rates Steady Despite Nudging Up Inflation Estimates, Flags Uncertainty Over US-Iran War

The Fed chose to wait and watch how inflation plays out in the aftermath of the Middle East shock but remained optimistic of the economic momentum.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 18, 2026, 2:51 PM ET
Hot PPI Prints Ahead of Fed Decision: Will Wholesale Inflation Push the Dollar Futures Past Critical Breakout Level?
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Hot PPI Prints Ahead of Fed Decision: Will Wholesale Inflation Push the Dollar Futures Past Critical Breakout Level?

Surging wholesale inflation and a near-certain Fed pause converge, with 100.5 flagged as the decisive technical breakout level to watch for the dollar futures.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 18, 2026, 10:03 AM ET
First G10 Hike Is In: Iran War Pushes RBA Into Back-to-Back Rate Hikes, AUD/USD Subdued Ahead of Fed
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First G10 Hike Is In: Iran War Pushes RBA Into Back-to-Back Rate Hikes, AUD/USD Subdued Ahead of Fed

The Reserve Bank of Australia delivered a narrowly split 25-bps hike to 4.10%, signaling a renewed tightening bias as persistent inflation and war-driven energy shocks complicate the policy outlook.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 17, 2026, 7:49 AM ET
Chinese Central Bank Keeps Key Rates Steady, Drains Liquidity in Post-Holiday Operations
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Chinese Central Bank Keeps Key Rates Steady, Drains Liquidity in Post-Holiday Operations

PBoC holds benchmark lending rates steady and conducts large net liquidity withdrawal, signaling neutral-to-tight post-holiday monetary stance.

By Shanthi RexalineFeb 24, 2026, 8:08 AM ET
DXY Futures Stall Ahead of Jobless Claims Data after Hawkish FOMC Minutes Fail to Deliver Follow-through Buying
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DXY Futures Stall Ahead of Jobless Claims Data after Hawkish FOMC Minutes Fail to Deliver Follow-through Buying

DXY futures traded flat after a data- and FOMC-driven rally, with traders awaiting jobless claims and trade balance for the next directional catalyst.

By Shanthi RexalineFeb 19, 2026, 6:28 AM ET