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Deutsche Bank expects Fed to hold rates in 2026

Deutsche Bank expects Fed to hold rates in 2026

April 17 (Reuters) - Deutsche Bank expects the U.S. Federal Reserve to keep interest rates unchanged in 2026, citing oil-driven inflation risks linked to the Middle East war, resilient growth and a tight labour market that leave little room to cut.

IMF urges Japan to raise rates, keep fiscal stimulus targeted

IMF urges Japan to raise rates, keep fiscal stimulus targeted

By Leika Kihara WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) - Japan should gradually raise interest rates and keep any fiscal stimulus targeted given robust domestic demand and steady wage gains, a senior International Monetary Fund official said on Thursday.

Iran war presents risk to euro zone growth and inflation outlook, Lagarde says

Iran war presents risk to euro zone growth and inflation outlook, Lagarde says

WASHINGTON, April 17 (Reuters) - The Iran war could drag euro zone growth lower and push inflation above already increased projections, requiring the European Central Bank to remain vigilant, ECB President Christine Lagarde said on Friday.

BOJ must take into account Japan's low real rates in setting policy, governor Ueda says

BOJ must take into account Japan's low real rates in setting policy, governor Ueda says

By Leika Kihara WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) - Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Thursday a decision on how soon to raise interest rates must take into account the fact that the nation's real interest rate is low.

IMF Warns of Significant Impact on UK Economy Due to Middle East Conflict

IMF Warns of Significant Impact on UK Economy Due to Middle East Conflict

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a warning regarding the potential economic impact on the United Kingdom due to ongoing military operations in the Middle East. The conflict, which began in late February, has disrupted oil and gas exports from the region, leading to significant energy price shocks. As a net importer of energy, the UK is particularly vulnerable to these disruptions. The IMF has revised its growth forecast for the UK, predicting a growth rate of just 0.8% in 2026, down from an earlier forecast of 1.3%. This revision comes as the UK economy showed a 0.5% growth in February, surpassing expectations. However, economists caution that this growth is likely to be overshadowed by the current geopolitical tensions.

Fed's Waller says swift war end could keep rate cut hopes alive

Fed's Waller says swift war end could keep rate cut hopes alive

China expected to keep benchmark lending rates steady after strong GDP data

China expected to keep benchmark lending rates steady after strong GDP data

SHANGHAI, April 17 (Reuters) - China is expected to leave benchmark lending rates unchanged for an 11th consecutive month in April, a Reuters survey showed, as robust first-quarter growth and a pick-up in inflation have weakened the case for additional monetary stimulus.

Fed's Williams warns war is already driving up inflation pressures

Fed's Williams warns war is already driving up inflation pressures

By Michael S. Derby NEW YORK, April 16 (Reuters) - Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said Thursday that the Middle East war is already driving up inflationary pressures, in remarks that noted the central bank is in position to respond to whatever the economy might deliver.

Fed's Hammack: Rates likely on hold 'for a good while' - CNBC

Fed's Hammack: Rates likely on hold 'for a good while' - CNBC

By Michael S. Derby NEW YORK, April 15 (Reuters) - Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack said on Wednesday that while she sees no imminent need for the central bank to change its interest rate target setting, it’s possible cuts or even hikes could lie ahead.

Iran war puts US companies into wait-and-see mode, Fed report says

Iran war puts US companies into wait-and-see mode, Fed report says

By Ann Saphir April 15 (Reuters) - U.S. economic activity increased and employment was steady in recent weeks, the Federal Reserve said on Wednesday in a report that also pointed to notable impacts from a surge in energy prices amid the ongoing Iran war.

Incoming Bank of Korea chief signals potential for hawkish shift amid surging import costs

Incoming Bank of Korea chief signals potential for hawkish shift amid surging import costs

SEOUL, April 15 (Reuters) - Incoming Bank of Korea Governor nominee Shin Hyun-song on Wednesday signaled the potential for tighter monetary policy, stating the central bank must respond if supply-side shocks from the Iran war lead to prolonged inflationary pressure. "A significant test is coming.

Exclusive-Fed's Musalem says oil shock likely to keep core inflation near 3%, rates on hold for some time

Exclusive-Fed's Musalem says oil shock likely to keep core inflation near 3%, rates on hold for some time

WASHINGTON, April 15 (Reuters) - High oil prices are likely to keep underlying inflation nearly a percentage point above the Federal Reserve's 2% target for the rest of this year, with the U.S. central bank likely needing to leave interest rates unchanged, St.