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VectorDespite the decline in shares of AI equipment manufacturers, demand for electricity, logistics, and infrastructure for data centers continues to grow. These trends are expected to persist in the long term.
RatioThe Central Bank of Turkey has revised its inflation forecasts due to geopolitical instability and rising prices, opting not to publish forecast ranges. The new target for the end of 2026 is 24%, while expectations for the end of the current year are approaching 26%.
RatioCredit Agricole expects the South African Reserve Bank to raise its key interest rate to 7.25% due to accelerating inflation and rising energy prices. While the country's economy remains resilient, a decision not to increase the rate could put additional pressure on the rand.
RatioIn 2026, Hungary's primary budget deficit is expected to increase compared to 2025, highlighting the importance of keeping the deficit under control. The central bank is maintaining its rate to contain inflationary risks.
RatioEuropean economic officials have, for the first time, publicly acknowledged the risk of stagflation due to rising energy prices and a slowdown in GDP growth. The full extent of the damage will become clear in the coming weeks.
RatioECB Governing Council member Joachim Nagel expressed support for the bank’s current strategy and noted readiness to raise rates if necessary. He emphasized that persistent inflation and ongoing geopolitical tensions require a cautious approach.
RatioRepresentatives of the Federal Reserve note a high level of consensus on current policy and stability in the U.S. labor market. Long-term inflation expectations remain steady, and productivity growth could accelerate thanks to advances in artificial intelligence.
RatioThe Central Bank of Mexico has released updated forecasts: inflation by the end of 2026 is expected to be higher than previously estimated, while economic growth is projected to be slightly lower. However, the outlook for the peso exchange rate has improved.
RatioThe Bank of Thailand has kept its key interest rate at 1.00%, despite ongoing economic challenges and low inflationary pressure, in line with analysts' expectations.
RatioWall Street traders have ramped up deals linked to a possible Fed rate hike after hawkish signals from central bank officials. The likelihood of a rate increase this year has risen to 11%, despite ongoing discussions about a potential rate cut.
RatioExperts believe that the Federal Reserve may keep current interest rates unchanged until the end of the year, with a particular focus on inflation. The economy is showing resilience and no downturn is expected.
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RatioThe Central Bank of Pakistan has raised its key interest rate by 1 percentage point to 11.5% as part of measures to adjust monetary policy and curb inflation.
RatioCiti considers the possibility that the Bank of Korea may raise its key interest rate at the upcoming meeting, due to revised economic forecasts indicating higher GDP growth and inflation for 2026.
RatioThe Central Bank of the Philippines has raised its key interest rate by 0.25%, bringing it to 4.5%, in an effort to curb rising inflation despite concerns about slowing economic growth. The decision came as a surprise to some analysts.