Money & Markets
Inflation, rates, central banks, currencies, bonds, liquidity, fiscal policy, and the market signals behind public narratives.
159 articles
A Broad Rally
In recent weeks, several under-the-radar sectors have been propelling the stock market higher, setting the stage for a test of their resilience. The S&P 500 has gained 21% this year, with tech giants and their AI ambitions fueling the first-half surge.
09 Oct 2024
Fed Chair Powell Signals Further Rate Cuts
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confirmed on Monday that the central bank plans to continue lowering interest rates in a bid to sustain economic growth and promote hiring.
01 Oct 2024
China's Weak Economy Gets A Boost
In an unprecedented move aimed at invigorating China's weakening economy and reviving a sluggish stock market, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) has rolled out a comprehensive set of policy measures.
24 Sept 2024
The Federal Reserve's Rate Cuts
The Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates on Wednesday, a move that will gradually ripple through the economy over time.
16 Sept 2024
China's Struggles
China's economy is grappling with a severe downturn, marked by a real estate crisis that has made consumers cautious and businesses hesitant.
04 Sept 2024
Fed's Pivot
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated that the central bank is preparing to cut interest rates soon, aiming to prevent further weakening in the U.S. labor market.
26 Aug 2024
A Rotation Into Value?
The Trump Trade is back in focus, as investors shift towards small-cap and 'old economy' stocks in a manner reminiscent of the trends seen during Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.
24 Jul 2024
The Fed Is Getting More Confident
In a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal, New York Fed President John Williams provided an in-depth analysis of the current economic landscape, inflation trends, and the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.
22 Jul 2024
China's Shadow Debt
Economists estimate this off-the-books debt at $7 trillion to $11 trillion, about twice the size of China's central government debt.
16 Jul 2024
Government's Debt
In its annual report released Sunday, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) urged governments worldwide to reduce borrowing to mitigate one of the most significant threats to global financial stability and support efforts to control inflation.
06 Jul 2024
Powell's Patient Summer
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell expressed cautious optimism about the state of inflation and the potential for interest rate adjustments in the near future during a panel discussion with other central bankers at a conference in Portugal.
03 Jul 2024
The Fed Is In No Hurry
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has adopted a cautious stance regarding inflation forecasts and potential interest rate cuts, best summarized by the phrase “Trust, but verify.”
17 Jun 2024
ECB Cut Rates
The European Central Bank (ECB) has decreased interest rates by a quarter point, initiating a reversal of its historic rate increases.
12 Jun 2024
It Is Cooling Down
Despite this slowdown, overall economic activity remains robust, and the moderation could be good news for investors, as it may pave the way for potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.
16 May 2024
Fed's Independence
The Federal Reserve faced significant challenges following World War II. Initially, it maintained low interest rates on U.S. debt as part of its wartime economic policy.
12 May 2024
Deflation Is Also Sticky
Inflation in China has significantly decreased, sparking worries about potential deflation amidst signs of economic recovery driven by a manufacturing boom that's causing trade disputes internationally.
19 Apr 2024
Inflation Is Sticky
Achieving a decisive victory over inflation is turning out to be more elusive than previously anticipated, presenting a significant challenge for central banks worldwide and casting doubt among markets.
10 Apr 2024
Waller Economics 2.0
Two years ago, Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller proposed a groundbreaking economic strategy that suggested the Federal Reserve could successfully reduce inflation.
15 Mar 2024
A Soft Landing On 6% Deficit
American politicians are increasingly inclined to stimulate the economy with substantial government funding, a trend that has begun to elevate borrowing costs and is expected to maintain them at elevated levels well beyond the current inflation crisis.
11 Mar 2024
The Fed Is In No Hurry
Despite recent data indicating strong inflation and job growth in January, the Federal Reserve maintains its perspective that it might lower interest rates later in the year.
07 Mar 2024