INSANE: 19 - The Real Truth

Ireland’s rate of inflation has peaked – finance minister

Michael McGrath welcomed the figures but said that there ‘is still a long way to go to’ before inflation is fully under control.

The Independent UK · Jan 6, 2023

Eurozone inflation down more than expected but further interest rate rises ahead

Rising core inflation has intensified the challenge facing the European Central Bank

Evening Standard · Jan 6, 2023

Global economy 2023: Why central banks face an epic battle against inflation amid political obstacles

Where is the global economy heading in 2023? After all the challenges of last year, it’s a question we ask with trepidation. Just as the economy was dealing with the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February ramped up inflation.

The Conversation · Jan 3, 2023

European Central Bank expected to slow pace of rate hikes

The European Central Bank could slow its record pace of interest rate increases

The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2022

Bank of England’s Bailey sees ‘first glimmer’ of inflation easing, after lifting interest rates to 3.5% – business live

Bank of England says most housing market indicators have continued to soften, as it increases UK interest rates to 14-year high of 3.5% in split decision

The Guardian - UK · Dec 15, 2022

Interest-Rate Paths for U.S. and Europe Set to Diverge

The Federal Reserve's aggressive campaign against high inflation dominated global financial markets this year. Starting this week, the action shifts to Europe, where inflation could prove stickier and harder to tame. That shift is likely to reverse some of the key market dynamics of 2022, most significantly a superstrong dollar.

Bangkok Post · Dec 13, 2022

Five reasons why interest rates can't go much higher

It’s decision time for central banks on interest rates again. The US Federal Reserve and European Central Bank (ECB) are set to announce their latest decisions on Wednesday 14, while the Bank of England (BoE) will go a day later.

The Conversation · Dec 13, 2022

Interest rate hikes by European Central Bank were 'positive for Irish banks'

Department of Finance documents show officials said investor appetite for AIB had increased 'notwithstanding lingering concerns' of a recession coming in Europe

Irish Mirror · Dec 12, 2022

Why we need more Lehman Sisters: the significant benefits of female leadership

Establishing gender equality is one of the founding values of the European Union, yet women are still underrepresented in decision-making positions in Europe. According to the European Institute of Gender Equality (EIGE), women represent just 32.3% of presidents, board members and employee representatives, and 21.5% of CEOs, executives and non-executives…

The Conversation · Dec 9, 2022

Financial instability: the hunt for the next market fracture

Investors are keeping a close eye on areas ranging from US Treasury market illiquidity to Japanese government debt

Financial Times · Dec 5, 2022