Macro

Fed Knew Silicon Valley Bank Was Vulnerable a Year Before Collapse, Report Finds

An outside review says Fed staff spotted Silicon Valley Bank's flaws a year before its March 2023 collapse but held back for fear of being wrong.

China Tests Star-Based Navigation for Its 2030 Jupiter Mission

Chinese researchers tested stellar aberration navigation aboard the Tianhui-7 satellite in January, fixing its position to within 5km ahead of a 2030 Jupit

Hong Kong Cuts Subsidised Physiotherapy Places by a Third for 2027-28

Hong Kong's Education Bureau cut subsidised physiotherapy places by about a third for 2027-28 as graduates face a tightening job market

China Sets 2030 Target for Public Cultural Services in 15th Five-Year Plan

China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism issued a 15th Five-Year Plan for public cultural services, setting 2030 targets and 18 key engineering projects.

China Unveils Publishing Industry Plan for 2026–2030 With 33 Major Projects

China's National Press and Publication Administration has issued a publishing industry plan through 2030, listing eight priority areas and 33 major project

Turkey’s Borsa İstanbul Navigates Short Selling Bans and Lifts Amidst Economic Shifts

Explore the series of short selling bans and subsequent lifts on Turkey's Borsa İstanbul, driven by economic, political, and geopolitical factors, and their impact on market stability and investor confidence.

Global Markets Brace for Impact as US-Israeli Strikes on Iran Spark Widespread Concern

Global markets react with concern as U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran trigger widespread international condemnation and fears of a wider regional conflict.

Atlanta Fed Chief Bostic Issues Stark Warning on AI’s Potential Impact on U.S. Job Market

Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic warns that artificial intelligence could lead to higher unemployment rates, a challenge that monetary policy alone may not be able to address. Explore the potential economic impacts and policy implications.

Fed’s Goolsbee Urges Patience on Rate Cuts, Citing Persistent Inflation

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee emphasizes caution on interest rate cuts, stating that inflation must show a clear path to the 2% target before further reductions are considered. He highlights concerns about services inflation and the risks of premature easing.

Israel’s Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Amid Escalating Iran Tensions

The Bank of Israel holds interest rates steady at 4% due to escalating geopolitical uncertainty surrounding potential conflict with Iran, despite easing inflation and a strong shekel.

Fed’s Waller Signals Potential Rate Pause: Labor Data Key to March Decision

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller suggests a potential pause in interest rate hikes at the March meeting, contingent on upcoming labor market data. A strong jobs report could lead to holding rates steady, while weaker data might prompt a cut.

IMF Advises Japan Against Sales Tax Cuts, Recommends Continued Rate Hikes

The IMF urges Japan to avoid sales tax cuts and continue raising interest rates, citing fiscal risks and the need for monetary policy normalization.

Fed’s Schmid Cautions Against Interest Rate Cuts Amid Persistent Inflation Worries

Kansas City Fed President Jeff Schmid warns against premature interest rate cuts, citing persistent inflation concerns and the need for a restrictive monetary policy.

RBI Poised to Hold Rates Steady Amidst Trade Deal Easing Economic Pressure

Explore why the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to hold interest rates steady, influenced by a new trade deal and strong economic growth, while focusing on policy transmission.

Government Shutdown Looms Over Tax Season: IRS Staffing and Refunds at Risk

A partial government shutdown is impacting IRS staffing and operations during tax season, raising concerns about potential delays in tax refunds and processing. Learn more about the current situation and what it means for taxpayers.

Global Rate Paths Split in 2026 as Australia Hikes and Europe Holds Steady

Global interest-rate policy is diverging in early 2026, with Australia turning to hikes, Europe holding steady, and markets watching mid-year for the next U.S. move. The split is reshaping expectations for currencies, bonds, and growth.

Oil Edges Higher as Hormuz Risks Return and Traders Watch Diplomacy

Oil prices rebounded after a sharp drop as traders weighed Middle East maritime risks, renewed diplomatic signals, and supply concerns tied to Russia and OPEC+ policy.

Brazil Signals March Rate Cuts but Pledges to Keep Policy Restrictive

Brazil’s central bank held its benchmark rate at 15% and signaled easing could begin in March, while stressing it will keep policy restrictive until disinflation is secured and expectations are anchored.

Wall Street Shudders As Commodities Slide, With Gold And Silver Crashing From Record Highs

Commodities slumped as gold and silver plunged from record highs, with margin hikes and a stronger dollar amplifying the selloff and dragging global stocks into a broader risk-off move.

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