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FT News Briefing

It’s central bank week!

Mar 18, 2024
12:10
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Central banks take center stage this week, Netanyahu defies allies on Gaza, US labor relations board battles major companies. Also, a positive outlook for South Africa after years of negative news.
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Quick takeaways

  • Central banks globally face complexity in rate decisions due to unexpected U.S. inflation.
  • Major companies challenge the NLRB's authority, questioning enforcement of labor laws and impacting employers' rights.

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Central Banks Meeting to Discuss Interest Rates

This week is significant for central banks globally as the U.S. Federal Reserve, the Bank of England, and the Bank of Japan are set to announce decisions on interest rates. Recent events, like unexpected inflation in the U.S., have added complexity to these announcements, casting doubt on rate-cutting timelines.

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