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Fed Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged for Fifth Consecutive Meeting Amid Rising Economic Uncertainty

On July 30, 2025, the United States Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain interest rates unchanged for the fifth consecutive meeting, keeping the policy rate within the 4.25%-4.50% range following a 25-basis-point cut last December.The decision came after the July policy meeting, with market participants widely anticipating the unchanged …

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Bank of Canada Holds Rates Steady Amid U.S. Trade Uncertainty

Bank of Canada

The Bank of Canada opted to keep its policy interest rate unchanged at 2.75% on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, aligning with market expectations as it navigates a landscape clouded by unpredictable U.S. trade policies. In a press conference following the decision, the central bank’s governor highlighted emerging inflationary pressures and …

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Eurozone Economic Growth Slows as Trade Tensions and U.S. Tariffs Weigh on Outlook

Europe

The eurozone economy grew slightly faster than expected in the second quarter, but the overall performance remains weak, and the region faces continued challenges from escalating U.S. tariffs. Q2 Growth Beats Expectations but Remains Modest The eurozone economy expanded by 0.1% in the second quarter, surpassing expectations for no growth …

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