Central banks taking different approaches to interest rates, with potential future hikes and cuts.
From Investing.com: 2025-02-06 05:26:00
The US Federal Reserve is cautious following 100bp of rate cuts in 2024, with no immediate plans for more cuts. The European Central Bank is determined to continue cutting rates to address economic concerns. The Bank of England may cut rates quarterly until reaching 3.25% next year. The Bank of Japan raised its target rate in January and plans for further hikes in 2025. Market volatility and Trump’s trade policies are key risk factors for central banks. The BoJ is expected to hike rates in May and October this year, with a 25bp hike in 2026.
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