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BIS: forex volumes rise to $6.6 trillion as London trading soars
While the UK capital reinforces its prominence in forex markets, trading in Asian currencies heats up
Zimbabwean rates hit 70% as inflation remains in triple digits
Central bank attributes rapid price rises to restructuring of the economy; rates will now be set by monetary policy committee
BoE’s Hauser urges firms to adapt to forex market fragmentation
Less sophisticated firms are paying much higher spreads, executive director says
UK lawmakers call for transparency on BoE governor appointment
MPs call on finance minister to make shortlist public as survey highlights trust deficit
Mark Carney on joined-up policy-making, forward guidance and Brexit
BoE governor rules out negative rates and change to inflation targets, offers update on too-big-to-fail and use of CCyBs, highlights challenges of an asymmetric monetary system, hits out at cumbersome payments and warns Facebook’s libra cannot ‘learn as…
BoE to demand transparency on bank resolution plans
Central bank finalises framework for resolvability assessment
UK regulators welcome plans for clearer green mandate
Government unveils first “green finance strategy”, including changes to policy remits
Riksbank cuts number of monetary policy meetings
Swedish central bank aims to optimise research and forecasting resources
RBNZ launches strategy to become ‘best central bank’
Statement of intent for 2019–22 includes an update to RTGS system, and a “future of cash” plan
RBNZ to promote internal use of Māori language
Agreement is part of wider efforts in New Zealand to revitalise language
National Bank of Romania resists the populists – for now
Veteran governor Mugur Isărescu has run a largely successful campaign to defend the central bank’s independence during a turbulent year
Climate disclosures still ‘insufficient’ – task force
There has been progress on climate disclosures but much more is needed, report says
Climate change – Where can central banks contribute?
Climate change is becoming increasingly important to central banks thanks to its implications for financial stability. In a forum sponsored by Amundi, Central Banking convened a panel of experts to discuss the latest innovations, regulations and…
Can central bankers turn finance green?
The Network for Greening the Financial System aims to bring about fundamental change. The central bankers who created it made a strong start but face serious challenges.
A powerful new force – Central banks and climate-related risks
Increasing global concern about climate change is causing central banks to take notice of the issue and its potential implications. Frédéric Samama, head of institutional client coverage at Amundi, examines the findings of Central Banking’s survey on…
Why two degrees matters to central banks
Ulrich Volz explores why strong leadership is required from central banks and supervisors to ensure the financial sector will be in a position to weather climate risks.
Bank of Jamaica expands global audience with latest reggae hit
Comms director says global success is pleasing but reaching local people is the ultimate goal
Smolii says central banks can learn from private sector communications
Central banks need a two-way dialogue with their “clients”, governor says; transparency has helped fight “downpour of fake news”
BoE seeks to make financial stability more transparent – Brazier
Policy-makers look to improve communications and design tests more systematically
Central bankers must grapple with climate complexity, panel says
But regulatory frameworks should not be changed to boost “green” agenda, expert says
The IFF China Report 2019
Insight and perspectives from the world's leaders, premier policy-makers and financiers
India’s Supreme Court issues RBI transparency ultimatum
Central bank given “last opportunity” to comply after continuing to “violate” earlier ruling
The IFF China Report 2019: Financial deepening, fintech development and green financing
The past 40 years have seen China transform from a recipient of global aid to a major economic centre in its own right. China is now seeking to deepen its markets, gradually open its borders to global financial flows, and promote new and innovative forms…
New York Fed launches new regional website
New design offers more convenient access to data, events and locally-focused research; data highlights sharply differing outcomes across regions