Zambia Central Bank Continues Easing Cycle Despite Global Economic Uncertainty.
The Bank of Zambia has implemented its third consecutive interest rate cut, lowering the benchmark to 13.25% as inflation projections remain favorable, even while global central banks adopt a more cautious stance.
Fed Official Signals Caution as Inflationary Pressures Persist.
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee warns that persistent inflation and geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East, are complicating the Federal Reserve's path toward its 2% target, leading to potential delays in interest rate cuts.
Ukraine Maintains Benchmark Interest Rate Amid Escalating Inflationary Pressures.
The National Bank of Ukraine has opted to hold its benchmark interest rate at 15%, balancing the need for economic stability against rising inflation driven by global energy price volatility and the ongoing impact of the conflict.
Bank of Mexico Signals Potential Conclusion to Interest Rate Easing Phase.
Bank of Mexico Governor Victoria Rodriguez Ceja indicated that the central bank is nearing the end of its current interest rate easing cycle, with one final cut potentially scheduled for the May meeting.











