Interest Rates

Macro · 1 month ago Traders Lower Fed Rate Hike Expectations Amid Cooling Inflation and Oil Prices Bond traders have reduced their expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate increase this year as oil prices decline and inflation shows signs of easing.

Macro · 1 month ago S&P 500 Hits Record High as Inflation Data Eases Market Concerns The S&P 500 reached a new record close, driven by favorable inflation data that suggests the Federal Reserve may maintain its current interest rates.

Derivatives · 1 month ago Metaplanet Launches BitBonds Program in Japan's Bond Market Metaplanet has introduced its BitBonds program, successfully issuing ¥200 million in bonds as it expands funding options in Japan.

Macro · 1 month ago Federal Reserve Officials Signal Potential for Future Rate Hikes Amid Inflation Concerns Federal Reserve officials, including Thomas Barkin and Beth Hammack, have indicated that further interest rate hikes may be necessary to combat persistent inflation, which remains above the Fed's 2% target.

Macro · 1 month ago Cleveland Fed President Hammack Advocates for Higher Interest Rates Beth Hammack, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, has reiterated her call for higher interest rates to combat inflation, emphasizing the need for immediate action.

Macro · 1 month ago US Producer Price Index Drops to 4.7%, Influencing Fed Rate Hike Expectations The US Producer Price Index (PPI) fell to 4.7% in July, impacting expectations for Federal Reserve rate hikes amid rising jobless claims.

Macro · 1 month ago Goldman Sachs Highlights Japan's $1 Trillion Reserves Amid Yen Intervention Strategies Goldman Sachs reports that Japan possesses nearly $1 trillion in dollar reserves, potentially enabling further currency market interventions to stabilize the yen, which has recently weakened significantly.

Macro · 1 month ago JPMorgan Strategist Predicts Fed Will Maintain Interest Rates Amid Low Inflation David Kelly of JPMorgan Asset Management anticipates that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged, citing low inflation and economic indicators.

Macro · 1 month ago US Public Debt Interest Reaches Record $1.37 Trillion Amid Rising Economic Pressures The interest expense on the US public debt has surged to $1.37 trillion, potentially surpassing Social Security payments. This trend raises concerns about the Federal Reserve's monetary policy adjustments.

Macro · 1 month ago Pimco's CIO Sees Overblown Market Anxiety Over Fed's Inflation Strategy Marc Seidner, Pimco's Chief Investment Officer, argues that concerns over the Federal Reserve's credibility in tackling inflation are exaggerated, suggesting current Treasury yields are an attractive investment opportunity.

Macro · 1 month ago Bank of Japan and US Diverge on Monetary Policy After Yen Intervention The Bank of Japan faces internal divisions and external pressure from the US regarding future monetary policy, following a significant currency intervention to stabilize the yen.

Macro · 1 month ago US July CPI Report Anticipated to Show Modest Inflation Changes The US Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the July Consumer Price Index data on August 12, with expectations of slight declines in both headline and core inflation rates.

Macro · 1 month ago Federal Reserve's Wait-and-See Stance Influenced by Economic Indicators Nuveen's Laura Cooper indicates the Federal Reserve will likely maintain its current interest rate strategy, awaiting further economic data before making changes.

Macro · 1 month ago Federal Reserve Chair Warsh Reaffirms 2% Inflation Target Amid Rising U.S. Debt Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has reiterated the central bank's commitment to a 2% inflation target, despite challenges posed by increasing U.S. debt levels.

Policy · 1 month ago U.S. Senate to Vote on Digital Asset Market Clarity Act on September 15, 2026 The U.S. Senate is scheduled to vote on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act on September 15, 2026, a significant step in establishing regulatory frameworks for digital assets.

Macro · 1 month ago Trump's Frequent Talks with Fed Chair Warsh Raise Independence Concerns Recent reports highlight President Trump's ongoing communications with Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh, prompting questions about the Fed's independence in monetary policy.

Macro · 1 month ago US Job Market Shows Signs of Weakness as Payrolls Decline in July 2026 The US labor market experienced a surprising decline in nonfarm payrolls, dropping by 23,000 jobs in July 2026, raising concerns about economic growth and Federal Reserve policy.

DeFi · 1 month ago Hester Peirce Cautions on Crypto Vaults and Lending Strategies Under Securities Laws SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has issued a warning regarding the potential classification of crypto vaults and lending strategies as securities, emphasizing the importance of understanding legal implications.

Macro · 1 month ago July Jobs Report Disrupts Fed Predictions, Potential Crypto Gains Ahead The July jobs report revealed a surprising loss of 23,000 jobs, prompting a shift in Federal Reserve rate expectations. Bitcoin saw a slight increase as traders reassess the economic landscape.