Ena Muazin
- European Markets (EUR Focus)
- March 19, 2026
- 41 views
The Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady Amidst Geopolitical Uncertainty and Powell’s Continued Tenure
The U.S. Federal Reserve has maintained its benchmark interest rate, keeping it within the previously established range of 3.50% to 3.75%. This decision, widely anticipated by market participants, comes as…
Rifan Muazin
- Central Banks & Monetary Policy
- March 19, 2026
- 45 views
Federal Reserve Issues FOMC Statement, Maintains Federal Funds Rate Amidst Economic Uncertainty
The Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) concluded its two-day policy meeting on March 18, 2026, opting to maintain the target range for the federal funds rate at 3-1/2…
- European Markets (EUR Focus)
- March 18, 2026
- 46 views
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady Amidst Rising Inflationary Signals
In a move anticipated by economists and market participants alike, the U.S. Federal Reserve has maintained its benchmark interest rate at the current target range of 3.50% to 3.75%. This…
- Central Banks & Monetary Policy
- March 18, 2026
- 42 views
Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release economic projections from the March 17-18 FOMC meeting
The Federal Reserve Board and the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) on March 18, 2026, released their Summary of Economic Projections (SEP), offering a comprehensive outlook on the U.S. economy…
- European Markets (EUR Focus)
- March 18, 2026
- 40 views
UniCredit CEO Signals Potential Hostile Bid for Commerzbank Amidst Stalled Negotiations
The current situation is described as "difficult," with the CEO emphasizing that the "only way" to resolve it is through "constructive personal commitment." Talks are hoped to lead to a…
- Central Banks & Monetary Policy
- March 18, 2026
- 47 views
Federal Reserve Board announces it will hold a hybrid public outreach meeting on Thursday, March 26, as part of its review of regulations under the Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act (EGRPRA)
Understanding the Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act (EGRPRA) The Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act, enacted in 1996, represents a landmark piece of legislation aimed at fostering…
- Central Banks & Monetary Policy
- March 18, 2026
- 68 views
Federal Reserve Board announces approval of application by Fulton Financial Corporation
Federal Reserve Greenlights Major Regional Bank Acquisition The approval by the Federal Reserve Board is the culmination of an extensive review process, typical for transactions of this magnitude involving publicly…
- Central Banks & Monetary Policy
- March 18, 2026
- 45 views
Federal Reserve Board Requests Comment on Proposal to Codify Removal of Reputation Risk from Bank Supervision
The Federal Reserve Board, on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EST, announced a pivotal request for public comment on a proposal designed to formally codify the removal of…
- Central Banks & Monetary Policy
- March 17, 2026
- 52 views
Federal Reserve Board Issues Enforcement Action Against Former First Financial Bank Employee for Misappropriation of Customer Funds
WASHINGTON D.C. – The Federal Reserve Board on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, announced a significant enforcement action against Jamal Hillman, a former employee of First Financial Bank, based in Cincinnati,…
- European Markets (EUR Focus)
- March 17, 2026
- 38 views
The Iran War Leaves Financial Experts Significantly More Pessimistic About the German Economy
The escalating tensions and potential for a broader conflict involving Iran have cast a long shadow over the German economic outlook, prompting a sharp decline in financial experts’ sentiment. The…
