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BOJ to Hike Rates Again by December, 90% of Economists Say
A Bloomberg survey shows 90% of economists expect the Bank of Japan to raise interest rates again by December, following a hike to the highest level since 1995.
New Zealand Q1 GDP Preview: Economy Expected to Show Solid Growth
New Zealand's Q1 2026 GDP is expected to show 0.9% quarterly growth, up from 0.2% in Q4 2025, with markets watching for implications on RBNZ rate path.
First-Ever Default Hits $80 Billion Tobacco-Bond Muni Market
A tobacco-bond backed by legal-settlement payments has defaulted for the first time in over two decades, shaking the $80 billion muni market and raising fears of further defaults.
US Retail Sales Surge 0.9% in May, Beating 0.5% Forecast
US May retail sales rose 0.9% month-over-month, exceeding the 0.5% consensus estimate, driven by broad-based gains across categories.
ECB's Lagarde Warns AI Poses Major Financial Stability Risk
ECB President Christine Lagarde warned that artificial intelligence poses a significant threat to financial stability, signaling potential regulatory implications for the banking sector and rate policy.
Mortgage rates fall further on Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Mortgage rates continued to decline on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, with the 30-year fixed rate falling to 6.26%, signaling further relief for homebuyers.
Higher Bond Yields Are Here to Stay in a Post-War World
Persistent higher government spending is keeping bond yields elevated, signaling a structural shift in the post-war fiscal landscape that challenges central bank normalization efforts.
Euro-Zone Wage Growth to Quicken in Second Half of This Year
Euro-area pay growth is set to accelerate in the second half of 2026, the ECB said, as it gauges inflation risks amid the Iran war, keeping rate-cut expectations in check.
HDFC Bank Narrows Spread to Record Low on Dollar Bond Sale
HDFC Bank achieved its tightest-ever spread on a dollar bond issue, signaling robust investor demand for India's top private lender despite recent governance concerns.
UK CPI undershoots, BoE rate bets pared; FOMC decision ahead
UK CPI came in lower than expected, reinforcing the BoE's patient stance and prompting traders to pare back rate hike bets, while markets now await the FOMC decision and US retail sales data.
Fed Day Arrives as Warsh Chairs First Meeting, No Rate Change Expected
The Federal Reserve holds its June policy meeting with Kevin Warsh as chair for the first time, widely expected to keep rates unchanged while markets watch for any shift in tone on reform.
Japan business sentiment improves in June on chip demand, BoJ tightening path intact
Japan's manufacturer sentiment improved for a second consecutive month in June, driven by semiconductor demand, reinforcing expectations for the Bank of Japan to continue its tightening cycle.
US 20-Year Bond Auction Draws 4.927% High Yield, Strong Demand
The US Treasury auctioned $13 billion in 20-year bonds at a high yield of 4.927%, with strong international demand driving a solid bid-to-cover ratio.
US fertility rate hits record low as financial pressures mount
The US fertility rate fell to a record low in 2025, driven by financial strains and smartphone use, with implications for long-term economic growth and labor supply.
Sovereign Debt Chiefs Welcome Hedge Fund Growth in Bond Markets
Sovereign debt managers are increasingly viewing hedge funds as beneficial participants in government bond markets, shifting away from traditional risk perceptions.
Brightline Bondholders Extend Debt Payment Deadline by Two Weeks
Brightline Trains Florida LLC secured a two-week extension from holders of $985 million municipal bonds, delaying a debt payment due Monday to the end of the month.
Nvidia Bonds Trade Actively After Landmark $25 Billion Sale
Nvidia's $25 billion bond sale saw active secondary trading with prices near issue levels, signaling strong demand for high-grade corporate debt.
ECB's Lane Warns Inflation Still in Pipeline Despite Iran Deal
ECB Chief Economist Philip Lane warned that inflation from the Middle East conflict is still working its way through the pipeline, even after a reported Iran deal, signaling the ECB must remain vigilant.
US Housing Starts Plunge 15.4% in May, Miss Estimates by Wide Margin
US housing starts fell 15.4% month-over-month in May to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.177 million, sharply missing the 1.430 million estimate and signaling a cooling housing market.
Dow Rises Ahead of Fed Meeting as SpaceX Rally Continues
The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged higher on Tuesday as investors awaited the Federal Reserve's policy decision, while SpaceX shares continued their rally on strong investor sentiment.
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