Central banks from Washington to Frankfurt are telling us they're in a good place. And they have a point, even if that seems wildly at odds with gestures at everything going on in the world. In this next report, we look at look what could drag policymakers out of their happy place this year, as we dive into another big week in markets.

For Central Banks, Can a Good Place Turn Bad? 

Global central banks are taking a cautious approach as inflation cools slowly and risks in financial markets persist. Analysts say policymakers see room to wait before making major moves, balancing economic growth with price stability.

Central Banks Stay Cautious as Global Risks Smolder

Türkiye’s economy is showing signs of stabilisation after years of extreme price pressures, but the recovery remains uneven and fragile.

Central Bank Expects Inflation to Ease Mid-2026

Iranian authorities say a government building was attacked in the southern city of Fasa amid a wave of protests driven by mounting economic pressure, while officials insist the unrest remains limited and under control.

Iran Appoints New Central Bank Governor | Provincial Governor's Office Vandalised 

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cut its key repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing total cuts in 2025 to 125 bps, and signaled the possibility of further easing. To support India’s “goldilocks” economy, the RBI will also boost banking-sector liquidity by up to $16 billion. With inflation below target, these measures aim to stabilize growth amid widening trade deficits and currency pressures.


India Central Bank Cuts Key Rate, Boosts Liquidity to Support 'Goldilocks' Economy

Central banks manage a country’s money and keep its economy stable. But not all countries have a central bank. Some are tiny, some use another country’s money, and others manage their money differently. Let’s learn about seven countries without central banks.

7 countries that don’t have a central bank

Questions over the quality of recent data have left policymakers struggling to chart the right course. Economists, too, are finding it increasingly difficult to interpret numbers and predict the future path of the economy.


Central Bank Dilemma: Data Quality Concerns Leave Policymakers in a Fix 

With fresh tensions flaring between Israel and Iran and continuing disruptions from protectionist policies led by the US, central bankers appear to be exercising extreme caution.

Central banks set to hold rates amid trade disruptions, Central Asian tensions

Business & Economy: The Basel Committee has placed a significant focus on evaluating the financial repercussions of extreme weather events in its climate risk strategies.

Global banking regulators commit to addressing climate risk work

In a historic move, Syria has appointed Maysaa Sabrine as the first female governor of its central bank. This appointment marks a significant step in gender equality within the country’s financial sector amidst ongoing economic challenges.

Syria Appoints Maysaa Sabrine as First Female Governor of Central Bank

Investors' attention has shifted to Friday's monetary policy meeting as traders prepare for the possibility of easing. The reserve bank of India is under pressure after growth data showed a moderating momentum in India's economic activities. Shares of banks have soared this week on speculation that the RBI will announce easing policies on Friday. Watch to know more!

Central Bank Action In India In Focus After Poor GDP Growth

After Donald Trump's landslide win,...Global central bankers are preparing for their worst fears to materialise. Trump's campaign promises suggest inflationary risks will rise. Rising cost of living is what major central banks have been fighting since the pandemic-led surge in inflation. So, will trump's march into the white house throw a wrench in the global easing cycle? Take a look at the next report for more on this...

Central Bankers' Inflation Fears Return

Libya's central bank has suspended all operations after its head of information technology was kidnapped in Tripoli. Musab Msallem was abducted from his home by an unidentified group. The bank has linked the incident to a previous siege on its headquarters and threats made to other executives.

Libya’s central bank shuts down operations

Russia's central bank hiked its key interest rate by 200 basis points to 18% on Friday, the highest level in more than two years, and vowed to continue tightening until inflation rates in an overheated economy come down.

Russia's Central Bank raises its key interest rates to 18%

Myanmar's central bank denied a U.N. report that the country's military government can still access money and weapons for its war against anti-coup forces, saying financial institutions under the bank's supervision followed prescribed procedures.

UN: Thailand helped Myanmar's weapons purchase

Myanmar slams UN report on weapon transactions

The demand for gold is surging worldwide. Institutional investors, retailers and Central Banks are increasingly turning to Gold. Why is this happening?

Gravitas | Why are Central Banks accumulating Gold?

Pakistan repays $1 billion in Eurobonds, says central bank

Argentina’s central bank has cut its interest rate for the third time since president Javier Milei took office. Policymakers have lowered rates to 70% from 80%. Borrowing costs have fallen from 133% in December last year, when Milei took office.

Argentina's central bank lowers rates from 80% to 70%

For eight years, Japan's central bank has maintained negative interest rates, a policy aimed at stimulating a stagnant economy. This meant banks charged a fee to hold excess reserves, encouraging them to lend more. However, with inflation exceeding the bank of Japan's 2% target for over a year, a policy shift is imminent. The bank of japan is expected to raise rates as early as this week, marking the first hike since 2007. Watch to know more!

Japanese banks gear up for policy rate shift with training

Japanese Tech Giant Fujitsu has faced a major Cyber attack on its systems. The company has issued a statement cautioning that hackers might have accessed personal and customer data. Watch to know more!

Japanese Tech giant Fujitsu faces Cyberattack

Nigeria's inflation rate accelerated further in January and reached almost 30% in annual terms, driven by soaring food costs and the fall of the country's naira currency to record lows.

Nigeria's inflation rate reached 28 percent in January: Statistics bureau

After weeks of speculation surrounding her absence, Elvira Nabiullina, governor of Russia's central bank, reemerged in a televised meeting with President Vladimir Putin. The joint appearance was the first since Nabiullina cancelled engagements nearly a month ago. Watch to know more!

Russia's central bank chief makes first appearance since rumours

Turkiye has a new central bank governor. President Tayyip Erdogan has named deputy central bank governor Fatih Karahan as the new central bank governor.

Fatih Karahan appointed as central bank governor of Turkey

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