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Fed Minutes Reveal Rare Split on Interest Rates Amid Inflation Pressures and Weak Job Growth

The minutes of the U.S. Federal Reserves July 2930 meeting, released on Wednesday, revealed a rare internal split not seen since 1993 over the direction of interest rates. While most policymakers agreed to keep the federal funds rate unchanged within the 4.25%4.50% range, two membersMichelle Bowman, Vice Chair for Supervision, and Governor Christopher Wallervoted against the decision, preferring a quarter-point rate cut to guard against mounting weakness in the labor market.

Dollar Falls to Multi-Week Lows as Markets Await Fed Rate Cut Decision

Dollar Falls as Markets Anticipate September Rate Cut

The U.S. dollar weakened on Wednesday following inflation data that matched expectations, reinforcing investor bets that the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates next month. The decline came amid ongoing political tensions over President Donald Trumps efforts to expand his influence over key U.S. institutions, which further weighed on the currency.

Bank of Japan Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Cautious Optimism

The Bank of Japan BOJ announced on Thursday that it would maintain interest rates at their current levels, a

The European Central Bank Holds Interest Rates at 2.15% Following July 2025 Meeting

The European Central Bank ECB announced at the conclusion of its July 2025 meeting that it would keep its key interest rates unchanged at 2.15%. The move was widely expected by markets and analysts, as the bank continues to assess the economic outlook and inflation dynamics across the eurozone.

People’s Bank of China Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged to Support Stability and Economic Growth

The Peoples Bank of China PBOC announced on Monday that it is keeping key market-based interest rates unchanged, maintaining the same levels as last month in a move aimed at preserving financial stability and encouraging economic activity.

Central Bank of Egypt to Decide on Interest Rates Tomorrow Amid Growing Expectations of a Hold

The Monetary Policy Committee MPC of the Central Bank of Egypt CBE is scheduled to hold its fourth meeting of 2025 on Thursday, July 10, to decide the fate of the countrys interest rates on deposits and lending.

Bank of Japan Governor: No Intention to Raise Interest Rates Without Actual Improvement in Economy and Inflation

Kazuo Ueda, Governor of the Bank of Japan, affirmed that the central bank will not significantly raise interest rates unless there is a clear improvement in economic performance and inflation rates.

Trump Renews Pressure on the Federal Reserve Amid Slowing Inflation

For the third time in a row, the U.S. Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged

For the third consecutive time, the U.S. Federal Reserve decided on Wednesday, May 7, to keep interest rates unchanged at a range between 4.25% and 4.5%, in line with expectations.

The Federal Reserve Likely to Resist Trump's Pressure to Cut Interest Rates

As U.S. President Donald Trump returns to office, the Federal Reserve faces mounting political pressure to reduce interest rates. However, all indicators suggest that the central bank will maintain its cautious approach, preserving its independence despite the increasingly tense political climate.

Bank of Japan Holds Interest Rates at 0.5%

In a widely expected move, the Bank of Japan kept interest rates unchanged during its regular policy meeting on Thursday, while lowering its economic growth forecasts for fiscal years 2025 and 2026 amid rising uncertainty linked to U.S. tariffs and their potential impact on the global economy.