Navigating Through Global Monetary Policy Changes
Monetary policies crafted by central banks globally play a pivotal role in shaping the economic landscape. These policies determine the cost of borrowing money, influence inflation rates, and affect employment levels, directly impacting both domestic and international markets. Mint brings you a collection of in-house stories and pieces from the WSJ and The Economist, helping you make sense of central bank decisions around the world
Global markets want the US Fed to go fast and furious on rate cuts
The US Federal Reserve's unexpected 50 basis point rate cut has left markets craving even deeper cuts, clashing with Jerome Powell's cautious stance. Will the Fed, which has signalled a one-off move, hold its ground? Or are more rapid rate cuts on the way?
3 min read19 Sep 2024How US Fed rate cut could impact the Indian stock market? Experts suggest sectors to invest in a low-rate regime
The US Fed's recent 50 bps rate cut is expected to positively impact global markets, including India. While stocks reached record highs, profit booking occurred due to elevated valuations. Continued rate cuts through 2026 may attract foreign capital to emerging markets.
5 min read19 Sep 2024DEA Secretary Ajay Seth says FED rate cut expected to improve India's economy: Report
India's Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) Secretary Ajay Seth expects the United States Federal Reserves (FED) 50 basis point (bps) rate cut decision to likely be well for the Indian economy, reported Moneycontrol on Thursday.
1 min read19 Sep 2024Bank of England holds off on rate cut after Fed goes big
The U.K. central bank left its key interest rate unchanged, taking a more cautious approach than the Federal Reserve.
3 min read19 Sep 2024After US Fed's surprise interest rate cut, all eyes on RBI's management skills
The US Federal Reserve's 50-basis-point rate cut has put pressure on the RBI to navigate the ripple effects, from managing surging FPI inflows to balancing the rupee's strength. As global markets react, the RBI's response will be key to maintaining market stability.
2 min read19 Sep 2024Fed rate cut to have limited impact on India: CEA Nageswaran
It is difficult to predict if the latest action by the US Federal Reserve will be a fillip for the global economy, as geopolitical conflicts continue amid a slowing global economy, Nageswaran said.
1 min read19 Sep 2024Big rate cut forces US Fed to contend with new obstacles
How big will the next cut be? And what's the right interest rate anyway? Still, Fed Chair Jerome Powell made one thing clear: He really wants to stick the landing.
4 min read19 Sep 2024Why the Federal Reserve has gambled on a big interest-rate cut
The bold move carries economic and political risks
3 min read19 Sep 2024The Fed isn't first to cut rates, but it is the signal other central banks want
Policymakers in the U.K., eurozone and Canada have already cut rates. But India, South Korea and others are, essentially, waiting for the Fed.
4 min read18 Sep 2024The Federal Reserve's interest-rate cuts may disappoint investors
Jerome Powell could still surprise on the hawkish side
3 min read17 Sep 2024