Central banks news

Stay engaged with the pivotal decisions that influence global economies. We offer timely coverage of central bank announcements, interest rate adjustments, and monetary policy statements, along with their implications for financial markets. Our thoughtful analysis delves into policy trends and the various factors driving central bank decisions, highlighting the resulting price movements across different asset classes.

US Federal Reserve (FED) news

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European Central Bank (ECB) news

Monetary policy divergence: Australia & Eurozone CPI and the EUR/AUD tumble
Central bank clash! The RBA's fight against sticky core inflation (3.2%) puts a February rate hike on the table, while the ECB celebrates hitting its 2.0% inflation bullseye. This policy divergence is sinking the EUR/AUD cross to a 15-month low. Find out why traders are piling into the Aussie as a high-yield play and what it means for the pair's critical 1.73 support level.
by Moheb Hanna
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Bank of England (BoE) news

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Bank of Japan (BoJ) news

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Swiss National Bank (SNB) news

USD/CHF Slides Below 0.80 as Tariff Relief Talks Lift Swiss Franc
As most OECD markets close for Remembrance Day, Swiss banks remain active — and so do traders. USD/CHF extended its decline below 0.80 after reports that Switzerland is nearing a tariff deal with Washington. Hopes of reducing the levy from 39% to 15% have boosted confidence in the Swiss economy and pushed the franc to the top of the FX leaderboard.
by Elior Manier
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Bank of Canada (BoC) news

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Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) news

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Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) news

Monetary policy divergence: Australia & Eurozone CPI and the EUR/AUD tumble
Central bank clash! The RBA's fight against sticky core inflation (3.2%) puts a February rate hike on the table, while the ECB celebrates hitting its 2.0% inflation bullseye. This policy divergence is sinking the EUR/AUD cross to a 15-month low. Find out why traders are piling into the Aussie as a high-yield play and what it means for the pair's critical 1.73 support level.
by Moheb Hanna
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People's Bank of China (PBoC) news

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How central banks influence the currency markets

Central banks are powerful institutions that play a crucial role in shaping the foreign exchange (FX) market. Their actions and policies can significantly influence currency values, impacting everything from international trade to investment flows. Understanding how central banks affect forex is essential for anyone involved in global finance. Here are some key ways they exert their influence:

  • Interest rates: Higher rates attract investment, strengthening the currency; lower rates weaken it.
  • Quantitative easing (QE): Injecting liquidity can weaken the currency.
  • Reserves management: Buying the currency supports its price; selling weakens it.
  • Market intervention: Direct buying/selling to influence exchange rates.
  • Forward guidance: Communication about future policy impacts expectations.
  • Crisis measures: Emergency actions to stabilize markets.