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| March 12, 2024, 6:55 a.m.

Asian Stocks Steady Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data; BOJ Policy Speculation Rises

Asian stocks remained relatively stable on Tuesday as investors awaited the influential U.S. inflation report. Japanese shares experienced a decline while the yen strengthened amid growing expectations that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) might consider scaling back its ultra-easy monetary policy. Gold prices hovered just below their record peak, and the dollar remained steady as traders awaited the U.S. consumer price index report to gauge the Federal Reserve's potential actions.

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| July 27, 2023, 11:31 a.m.

Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates for the 10th Consecutive Time Amidst Soaring Inflation

In response to the persistent surge in inflation gripping the nation for over a year, the Federal Reserve's policy-making committee has implemented its 10th consecutive interest rate hike. Despite acknowledging the limitations of interest rates as economic tools, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell aims to tame the overheated economy and curb inflation through these rate increases. However, experts are divided over the actual impact of the rate hikes, with some industries, like auto sales and housing, already feeling the effects. As the Fed monitors inflation and job reports, they are cautious about the economic landscape's uncertainties and plan to assess the effectiveness of their measures before their next decision in September.

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