Our Scans · (FS.1.02) Central Banking · Weekly Summary

• [New] U.S. Federal Reserve anticipated to ease rates more than expected in 2026. / USA TD Securities
• [New] Macroeconomic headwinds, including concerns about a weakening US economy and interest rate policies, will continue to influence investor sentiment, alongside growing regulatory scrutiny over AI's ethical implications, data privacy, and environmental impact. The Chronicle-Journal
• [New] Wage growth slowed in the three months to September, boosting expectations that the Bank of England will cut interest rates next month. / UK UK - EN - Intermediary
• [New] The Federal Reserve has held rates high to cool price growth, while the IRS's 2026 inflation adjustments will raise tax brackets slightly, helping reduce bracket creep. The Learning Space
• [New] Europe's monetary gatekeepers: Openly considering whether the explosive rise of stablecoins might compel the European Central Bank to rethink its monetary strategy, worried about a parallel banking system escaping traditional regulators. Trading Opportunities with Volity
• [New] Expectations of US Federal Reserve interest rate cuts could positively influence stocks, alongside anticipation of the Supreme Court's decision on the tariffs imposed by Trump on companies and countries. CFI Financial Group
• [New] The European Central Bank is pressurising banks to widen the scope of products they monitor in order to manage credit spread risk on their loan and deposit books, Risk.net has learned. Central Banking
• [New] Concerns over a slowdown growth have led to predictions from economists that the Bank of England will cut interest rates next month, to 3.75%, and could cut rates deeper than previously expected. Yahoo Finance UK
• [New] The euro is supported by the outlook for European Central Bank policy, with its key rate expected to stay unchanged through 2027, while the Fed is seen easing policy. CNBC
• [New] Federal Reserve policy decisions regarding interest rates will be under intense scrutiny, as any unexpected shifts could either exacerbate or alleviate economic pressures. Pasadena Star News
• [New] Stablecoins have increasingly been used for cross-border transactions and within cryptocurrency ecosystems, but regulators worldwide have warned of their risks to consumers and financial stability if not properly backed with sufficient prudential regulation. Mondaq
• [New] Federal Reserve Bank of St Louis President Musalem expects the US economy to bounce back strongly early 2026 due to rate cuts, fiscal support, deregulation and the government shutdown ending. The Times Of India
• [New] Gold price prediction: Gold prices are surging on hopes of US Federal Reserve rate cuts and continued buying by China. The Times Of India
• [New] Lingering Data Fog and Cautious Fed: If data collection for October was severely hampered, the Federal Reserve might continue to operate with limited visibility, potentially delaying anticipated rate cuts until a clearer economic picture emerges. FinancialContent
• The European Central Bank has officially moved to the next phase of its digital euro project, targeting potential issuance of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in 2029, with a 2027 pilot contingent on legislation. U.S. interest rates uncertainty causes US$1.3b crypto s
• Challenges include potential complications for monetary policy effectiveness due to bank disintermediation, ongoing financial stability risks (especially from unregulated stablecoins), and the potential for regulatory arbitrage across fragmented global frameworks. FinancialContent
• With the Bank of England now expecting inflation to fall towards its 2% target over the coming months, a cut is looking more likely going forward. Tembo Money
• The Bank of England says it will roll out its stablecoin framework as quickly as the US, focusing first on systemic coins. Coinpedia Fintech News
• Between 2027 and 2030, we anticipate the emergence of comprehensive central bank digital currency (CBDC) frameworks that will interact with existing cryptocurrency regulations. #1 Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, F
• Federal Reserve Policy Outlook - With inflation still above the long-term target but growth showing cracks, traders expect the Fed to hold rates steady through year-end. STL.News
• Central bank guidance from the Federal Reserve, ECB, and Bank of England will be crucial for understanding future interest rate paths. FinancialContent
• The Federal Reserve has already begun cutting interest rates, citing downside risks to employment, while companies across various sectors announce massive job reductions, often attributing them to cost-cutting and the rapid integration of artificial intelligence. The Chronicle-Journal

Last updated: 20 November 2025