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Supply shock, debt may hurt central bank independence: ex-Fed official
Former Fed official Donald Kohn says supply shocks and rising debt are increasing pressure on central bank independence.
Sri Lanka shocks with 100-bp rate hike
Sri Lanka's central bank hiked interest rates by 100 basis points to 8.75% to combat inflation and currency depreciation caused by the Iran war.
New Director at Central Bank
Elmir Hasanli appointed as director of Data Department at Central Bank of Azerbaijan.
Polish central banker proposed 1-point rate hike
Polish central banker Joanna Tyrowicz proposed a 1-point rate hike, but the motion was rejected by the council.
Turkey rate may rise to 40%, JPMorgan says
JPMorgan analysts predict Turkey's central bank may raise interest rates to 40% amid political turbulence.
Philippine central bank may hike rates off-cycle
Philippine central bank governor hints at off-cycle rate hike before June meeting. Peso weakness and inflation concerns drive policy.
PIMCO warns central banks may tighten policy
PIMCO CIO Daniel Ivascyn warns central banks may raise rates if inflation expectations rise. Rate hikes could pressure equity and credit markets.
Rental prices up 7.3% in Azerbaijan
Rental prices in Azerbaijan rose 7.3% year-on-year in Q1 2024. The Central Bank report also shows increases in housing market prices.
Annual inflation in Azerbaijan reaches 5.6%
Azerbaijan's annual inflation hits 5.6% in March 2026. Central Bank data shows food, non-food, and service price trends.
Peru holds benchmark rate at 4.25%
Peru's central bank held its benchmark interest rate at 4.25%, as expected, amid inflation above target.
Violation Revealed at Bank Respublika
The Central Bank of Azerbaijan found violations in customer transfers at Bank Respublika and issued an order to strengthen internal controls.
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