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The Bank of England has decided to keep the bank rate unchanged at 3.75% during its July meeting. The decision comes amid uncertainties regarding the impact of energy prices on the UK economy and the inflation outlook, with a divided committee on the need for a rate hike.
Read storyThe Bank of England is expected to hold its Bank Rate steady at 3.75%, with a possible 6-3 vote split emerging as policymakers assess economic conditions and inflation forecasts. Key attention will be on the accompanying statement and the quarterly Monetary Policy Report.
The Eurozone's preliminary GDP data for Q2 2026 indicates a 0.4% quarter-on-quarter growth, surpassing the expected 0.2%. Year-on-year, GDP rose by 1.0%, compared to a forecast of 0.5%. This positive performance may influence the European Central Bank's monetary policy stance.
Recent state-level CPI figures from Germany show an increase in inflation rates for July, suggesting a potential rise in the national inflation figure. The data may influence the European Central Bank's monetary policy decisions in the coming months.
Spain's preliminary Consumer Price Index (CPI) for July shows an increase of 3.5% year-on-year, surpassing expectations and marking the sixth consecutive monthly rise. Core inflation is also projected to rise, raising concerns about potential impacts on monetary policy.
The Federal Reserve opted to keep interest rates unchanged, with Chair Kevin Warsh emphasizing a shift away from forward guidance. This change has contributed to increased volatility in the markets, particularly affecting Treasury yields and stock valuations.
US stock indices closed lower as investors grappled with the Federal Reserve's recent shift towards a less transparent communication approach under Chair Warsh. This change has led to increased uncertainty in the markets, contributing to a significant drop in stock prices.
The USD remains largely unchanged against the EURUSD, USDJPY, and GBPUSD as traders await the Federal Reserve's rate decision. The AUDUSD has seen a notable decline following disappointing Australian inflation data, while geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are also influencing market sentiment.
South Korea's financial authorities will convene to evaluate the recent market volatility that has seen the KOSPI index drop significantly after a substantial rally earlier this year. The meeting comes amid concerns over retail leverage and market structure.
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