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A surprise rate hike by Indonesia’s central bank underlines expectations that the start of monetary policy easing is looking increasingly far off for many Asian central banks, if it is on the horizon at all.

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit is poised to strengthen this year, driven by significant events which could bolster the local currency.

Until recently, Fed officials had been indicating that the time had come to start cutting interest rates in the US. But with inflation refusing to ease, they have turned hawkish.

High rates and war fears hit smaller stocks harder—driving an unusual split in two of the major U.S. indexes.

First Global MD & chairperson expects silver prices to go up more than gold

Gold has always been regarded as a safe haven asset, and the current geopolitical risk environment with heightened tensions in the Middle East and Europe demands for a risk premium

With inflation higher than expected and American economy faring better, US Fed is unlikely to cut rates in a hurry

The US Fed has indicated it will cut interest rates in the latter half of 2024. It is an opportunity for investors to invest in debt funds and lock into current high yields and potential for future capital gains.

The RBI could stop taking cues from the Fed if the domestic growth-inflation condition necessitates an easing, according to Nomura.

While inflation declined to a 10-month low in March, experts indicate it is unlikely to deter the Reserve Bank of India from lowering rates anytime soon, as it tracks monsoon and other external factors.