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Powell Says Subpoena Threat Targets Fed Independence; Markets Jolt as Gold Hits Record

Fed Chair Jerome Powell says a DOJ probe over a $2.5B HQ renovation is a pretext to pressure rate cuts, shaking markets and the dollar.

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China Pledges Over 1 Trillion Yuan in Cheap Credit, Cuts Rates on Targeted Lending Tools

PBOC cuts rates on structural lending tools and expands quotas, adding a 1 trillion yuan line for private firms while holding benchmark policy rates steady.

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December CPI Seen as First ‘Clean’ Inflation Read Since Shutdown, With Fed Cuts at Stake

After a fall shutdown distorted official price data, economists expect December CPI to offer the first clear look at inflation—shaping 2026 Fed cuts.

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Powell Says DOJ Threatened Indictment as Fed-Renovation Probe Sparks Clash With White House

Fed Chair Jerome Powell says DOJ subpoenas and an indictment threat are political pressure on rate policy, roiling markets and raising alarms over Fed independence.

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OECD inflation slips below 4% as central banks weigh next moves on rates

Annual inflation across OECD economies fell to 3.9% in November, the first sub-4% reading in four years, but core pressures and energy costs keep caution high.

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Japan’s Monetary Base Shrinks for First Time Since 2007 as BOJ Unwinds Stimulus

Bank of Japan says monetary base fell 4.9% in 2025, first drop in 18 years, signaling a cautious retreat from ultra-easy policy.

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ECB Holds Rates at 2% and Signals Its Yearlong Cutting Cycle Is Likely Over

The ECB kept rates unchanged and said policy is now “in a good place,” with inflation nearing 2% but wage-driven services prices still a concern.

#ecb, #interestrates, #eurozone, #inflation, #lagarde

South Korea Hits Inflation Target, but Rate Cuts Look Unlikely as Won and Housing Risks Loom

Inflation eased to 2.1% in 2025, near the Bank of Korea’s target, but a weak won, high household debt and rising home prices keep policymakers cautious.

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Japan Approves Record ¥122.3 Trillion Budget as Debt-Servicing Costs Surge

Tokyo’s fiscal 2026 budget boosts defense and social security while debt-service costs top ¥30 trillion as higher rates squeeze finances.

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Japan Approves Record ¥122.3 Trillion Budget as Rising Rates Push Debt Costs Past ¥30 Trillion

Tokyo’s draft FY2026 budget boosts defense and social security, but surging interest costs lift debt service above ¥30 trillion, tightening fiscal room.

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Federal Reserve Resumes Treasury Bill Purchases to Manage Market Liquidity

Fed begins $40B Treasury bill purchases from Dec 12 to maintain market liquidity and control interest rates, following recent monetary policy decisions.

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Federal Reserve Reduces Rates Amid Economic Uncertainty

The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points, sparking internal division and mixed market reactions as it navigates economic challenges.

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Federal Reserve Lowers Interest Rates Amid Economic Uncertainty

Fed cuts rates for the third time amid moderate growth, inflation and job challenges.

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Federal Reserve Initiates Treasury Bill Purchases to Manage Liquidity

Fed starts buying Treasury bills to stabilize market liquidity, cutting interest rates amid economic uncertainties.

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Federal Reserve Faces Division Ahead of Key Interest Rate Decision

FOMC meets to discuss potential rate cuts amid internal divisions and economic uncertainty.

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