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Fed's Barkin says policy is near neutral, inflation key risk

Federal Reserve Governor Eric Barkin stated that current monetary policy is approximately neutral. He identified inflation as the primary risk for the Fed and noted that a gradual approach to policy changes makes sense.

Bank of England

Bank of England lifts benchmark rate to 4 percent

The central bank increased borrowing costs by 25 basis points, citing stubborn price growth and geopolitical tensions. Officials remain split on future moves, with traders assigning roughly 50 percent odds to another hike in December.

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