Policy

The move escalates political resistance to the ethanol blend mandate, adding to growing concerns over vehicle compatibility and consumer costs.

The crisis in Spain’s North African enclave has escalated to the highest level of EU coordination, testing the bloc’s ability to present a unified migration strategy.

With unemployment at 4.4%, policymakers must weigh stricter migration caps against the risk of constraining economic growth.

SBI, HDFC Bank, and Axis Bank shares fell on Tuesday, reversing Monday's gains as traders priced in a cautious Reserve Bank of India stance ahead of tomorrow's policy decision.

Nifty 50 and Sensex retreat from recent highs as investors digest Monday's surge ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's upcoming rate decision and a busy earnings calendar.

With markets pricing in a rate increase this week, the central bank's leadership shake-up adds a layer of uncertainty to New Zealand's monetary policy trajectory.

Anantha Nageswaran argues that volatility, rather than scarcity, is the primary threat to economic activity, citing extreme weather patterns in Tamil Nadu as evidence of systemic fragility.

V. Anantha Nageswaran argues that zero-cost policy models create hidden fiscal burdens, signaling a potential shift in New Delhi's approach to subsidies and infrastructure spending.

Seoul's central bank will buy domestically produced bullion via OTC deals, diversifying reserves and adding to global official demand.

Renewed geopolitical risk threatens to stall the recovery in European household spending, complicating the central bank's inflation outlook.

Beijing pledges support for regional and village development as Jakarta shifts its internal migration strategy, adding to broader diplomatic alignment on commodity exports.

Farmers warn of a repeat of FY24's market crash as the government moves to fill strategic reserves, highlighting the tension between food security and producer support.

Internal tensions escalate within the ALP following Pat Conroy's defense of the party's stance on Hamas disarmament, drawing sharp criticism for perceived strategic inconsistency.

CAVAPY plans to link to the central bank's real-time system in August, removing commercial banks from the payment leg of equity trades.

Reports of a Mossad-backed operation to topple Tehran's government heighten fears of a wider regional conflict, keeping pressure on energy markets and shipping routes.

The move follows a recent hospitalization and comes as the judiciary resumes proceedings in the embezzlement case tied to Lebanon's financial collapse.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu is set to present a progress report on the city's five-year strategy, with artificial intelligence remaining the central pillar of the economic agenda.

The inaugural Malawi Pressure Index places the economy in a high-stress zone, complicating calls for monetary easing amid persistent inflation.

The state aims to modernize emergency medical transport through real-time monitoring and standardized pricing, targeting greater accountability in a critical public service sector.

The Reserve Bank of India's targeted instruments have drawn $40.8 billion, with foreign-currency deposits accounting for the bulk of the inflow.

The 3-2 office-home split starts today, following stakeholder consultations aimed at improving workplace health and productivity.

Rodion Miroshnik characterizes Washington's global strategy as a game of chess focused on financial gain, adding to a chorus of Russian officials criticizing Western motives.

The rapid retraction of the feature less than a day after launch highlights the persistent governance challenges facing big tech as it scales generative AI tools.

Moscow frames the chaos in Spain's North African enclave as a systemic failure of Brussels, while several EU members demand Madrid restore order or face removal from the border-free zone.

Traders brace for a historically weak August for the rand, compounded by uncertainty over the central bank's dovish stance following a surprise rate hold.

The programme aims to build practical expertise in fiscal policy and taxation for emerging professionals.

Negative campaigning and the need for policy-centred electoral politics in Malaysia.

The central bank's latest data shows the buffer strengthening through the first half of 2026, even as domestic credit conditions remain loose.

The Central Bank of Cyprus has updated the statutory benchmark used to calculate penalties for usury and excessive lending under the country's Criminal Code.

With the IMF warning that global disinflation has stalled, renewed Strait of Hormuz disruptions are forcing policymakers to hold steady on monetary easing.

The dollar recovered 0.8% to 160.690 after a sharp intervention-driven rally, signaling that speculative pressure on the yen persists despite Tokyo's explicit warnings.

At least nine people died during a mass crossing into the Spanish enclave, prompting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to mobilize the army as border control efforts face severe strain.

The 50-basis-point reduction signals a pivot toward easing amid sluggish domestic demand, with the new rate effective from August 2.

The delay in the trial of the former BDL chief adds another procedural hurdle to Lebanon's efforts to prosecute financial crimes linked to the banking collapse.

Official sector buying accelerated sharply in the second quarter, reversing a softer start to 2026 and underscoring persistent de-dollarization trends.

Critique of European defense spending intensifies as Italy grapples with fiscal constraints and geopolitical uncertainty.

Diverging views on the efficacy of carbon markets complicate the implementation of the 2026 federal budget's environmental agenda, raising questions about long-term regulatory stability.

New Delhi signals a shift toward economic resilience as global tech disruption and trade weaponization intensify.

Regulatory scrutiny in New Delhi intensifies for the tech giant, adding to a week of pressure from AI capex concerns and a pending defamation lawsuit.

The Central Bank of The Bahamas has finalized an initial study and stakeholder workshop to modernize the country's payments infrastructure, signaling a move toward faster settlement capabilities.

The central bank confirms the digital currency app will exceed EU standards, signaling a focus on broad inclusion as 36 providers prepare for testing.

The Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development aims to strengthen policy frameworks for both natural and human-induced crises.

Criticism mounts over the economic impact of Washington's trade strategy as the temporary 10% global levy expires.

Belgrade's refusal to adopt four new EU restrictive measures on Russia and human rights complicates its EU accession path and signals ongoing geopolitical friction.

Is China's biotech boom at risk? Fear of policy backlash after death in gene-editing trial.

The government's new framework for 2027-2030 aims to curb corruption and improve transparency in a sector critical to domestic remittances and social stability.

Central bank directive forces lenders to verify legal standing before extending support, tightening credit access amid broader regulatory shifts.

Shares jump as BSP policy signals boost optimism.

Finance minister admits product launch lacked careful consideration, escalating pressure for regulatory intervention amid heightened volatility.

Policymakers cite stable first-quarter activity as they maintain the benchmark, keeping borrowing costs elevated to anchor inflation expectations.

A prominent voice in the rate-hike debate argues the Bank of Japan must move faster to normalize policy, adding pressure on policymakers ahead of the next decision.

State-owned firms seek a three-month extension of the dollar-rupee swap facility to support capital expenditure and foreign borrowing amid tighter liquidity conditions.

Regulatory fragmentation persists as state governments delay domestication of the federal framework, leaving private education oversight uneven across the country.

The BCRA's pause signals a shift in monetary strategy following IMF engagement, raising questions about the sustainability of the peso and future intervention levels.

Central Bank, FIU and FSC formalize data-sharing framework to strengthen AML compliance and align with international standards.

Mitsotakis frames migration policy as a key issue for the 2027 vote, highlighting strain on frontline communities.

Monetary Authority of Singapore chief warns that a sharp pullback in artificial intelligence spending could weaken global expansion, even as local momentum remains strong.

Singapore-headquartered network partners with Manila to shape regulatory framework for financial technology sector.

Diverging consumption patterns reveal structural changes in household behavior, complicating monetary policy responses to persistent inflation.

The state's push to relax licensing rules for luxury hotels aims to capture high-spending domestic leisure and corporate event demand.

KDN tightens border controls as regional tensions persist, adding another layer of diplomatic friction in Southeast Asia.

The Department of Justice and Attorney General's Office unveiled the framework in Port Moresby, signaling a push to formalize rights protections with European backing.

The central bank's dovish pivot and a hawkish US Federal Reserve outlook combine to pressure the currency, extending its recent underperformance.

Washington's 10% levy on imports from India and 16 other nations faces growing pushback, with New Delhi arguing the exemptions undermine the measure's moral authority.

Ratings agency maintains outlook as Perry Warjiyo's sudden departure raises questions over monetary policy continuity in Southeast Asia's largest economy.

State Bank of Pakistan holds benchmark rate steady, drawing praise from overseas capital but criticism from domestic chambers for stifling growth.

Official figures reveal the territory's capture-and-kill programme has cut the wild boar population by 50% since its reinstatement in late 2021.

Manufacturers seek review of Excise Department rule slashing allowance from 1.5% to 0.1%, raising cost and compliance concerns.

The State Bank of Pakistan keeps borrowing costs steady, aligning with market expectations while signaling confidence in the macroeconomic recovery.

The State Bank of Pakistan keeps borrowing costs steady despite macroeconomic improvements, signaling a cautious stance on price stability.

The Indian state aims to boost maritime infrastructure with a mega greenfield cluster at Kuchhadi, signaling a push for domestic capacity amid global supply chain shifts.

Voter frustration with established parties and personal regard for Pauline Hanson are the primary drivers of One Nation's rise, overshadowing specific policy platforms.

Lawmakers warn that funding constraints at the Central Bank of Brazil threaten the integrity of the Pix instant payment network, complicating the monetary policy outlook.

The Argentine president frames the structural reform as essential to preserving the peso's value and securing the central bank's autonomy ahead of the next general election.

The sudden departure of the central bank chief leaves investors questioning the continuity of monetary strategy amid currency pressures.

The Monetary Authority of Singapore steers the exchange rate higher to counter imported inflation from surging energy costs, marking a rare consecutive tightening cycle.

Geopolitical risk in the Middle East is complicating inflation management for the Central Bank of Nigeria, pushing back expectations for interest rate relief.

Tehran's hardline stance on Lebanon comes as Iran expands retaliatory operations against US forces in the Persian Gulf, keeping risk premiums elevated.

A parliamentary committee has proposed shifting Bangladesh's monetary policy announcements from a six-month to a three-month cycle, a move the central bank governor endorsed as a step toward greater policy agility.

Nigeria's private sector lobby highlights acute hunger projections amid renewed trade barriers, raising concerns for export-dependent sectors and currency stability.