Tightening

Brazil: Analysts Raise 2025 Key Rate Forecast Amid Expected Monetary Tightening

4 months ago

Analysts in Brazil have adjusted their forecasts for the key interest rate in 2025, increasing expectations of its level against the backdrop of anticipated monetary policy tightening. According to a Bloomberg report, the baseline rate could rise to 9% by the end of 2025, which is higher than previous estimates.

Global Impact of Quantitative Tightening: Central Banks Follow the Trend

5 months ago

Recently, central banks around the world, including the Federal Reserve System of the United States, the European Central Bank, and the Bank of Japan, have initiated a process known as quantitative tightening (QT). This strategy entails reducing the central banks' balance sheets by selling government bonds and other assets, which results in rising interest rates and increased difficulty in accessing funds for borrowers.

Wall Street Awaits Fed Minutes for Clues on Ending QT

5 months ago

Wall Street is gearing up for an important event as investors focus on the upcoming minutes from the Federal Reserve's meetings to glean insights regarding the potential end of quantitative tightening (QT). The market will meticulously analyze the details to understand what actions and directions the Fed might take moving forward.