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Global central banks are facing persistent inflationary pressures, with UK inflation accelerating to 3.5% driven by fuel prices and the French 10-year bond yield hitting a 20-year high of 5%. The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased rates by 25 basis points, signaling a hawkish stance across developed markets. These developments are pressuring European equities and fixed income, while the US Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting is closely watched for any deviation from the current rate path.
Global Macro Inflation and Central Banks
Global central banks are facing persistent inflationary pressures, with UK inflation accelerating to 3.5% driven by fuel prices and the French 10-year bond yield hitting a 20-year high of 5%. The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased rates by 25 basis points, signaling a hawkish stance across developed markets. These developments are pressuring European equities and fixed income, while the US Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting is closely watched for any deviation from the current rate path.