Real-time coverage of US Federal Reserve policy, European Central Bank decisions, China's economic stimulus, oil prices, dollar index movements, and international trade developments affecting Indian markets.
Officials optimistic about soft landing; balance sheet runoff to slow starting April. Market expects first move in June.
Kurdish pipeline exports remain halted; OPEC+ compliance strong. US inventories draw for third week.
Euro bounces to 1.0550; yen firms below 154 as BOJ hints at spring tightening. Yuan steady after stimulus.
Tax cuts and infrastructure spending announced; PBOC signals more easing if needed. Property stocks surge.
Services inflation slows to 4.5%; markets now price in 75% chance of a move before summer recess.
ETF outflows resume after record highs; central bank buying slows. Silver dips to $31.90.
| Country/Region | GDP Growth | Inflation (CPI) | Central Bank Rate | Unemployment | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
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United States
|
2.5% (Q1 '26) | 2.8% (Feb) | 4.25%-4.50% | 3.6% | Stable |
|
🇪🇺
Eurozone
|
1.0% (Q4) | 2.0% (Feb) | 3.50% | 6.4% | Cautious |
|
🇬🇧
United Kingdom
|
1.3% (Q4) | 2.8% (Feb) | 4.50% | 3.8% | Improving |
|
🇯🇵
Japan
|
1.4% (Q4) | 2.3% (Feb) | 0.15% | 2.4% | Positive |
|
🇨🇳
China
|
5.1% (2025) | 1.6% (Feb) | 3.35% (LPR) | 5.0% | Stimulus |
|
🇮🇳
India
|
7.4% (Q3) | 4.3% (Feb) | 6.25% | 7.6% | Strong |
GDP growth slows to 1.5% Q4; housing market cools
Consumer spending resilient; RBA on hold
Demand from China remains robust
Real strengthens to 4.95 per USD