you are currently viewing::Global Financial Fragilities Mount Despite Rate Cuts and Buoyant MarketsOctober 22, 2024-- Increased investor risk-taking could fuel vulnerabilities As inflation continues to decline, major central banks have started cutting interest rates. This is boosting already buoyant asset prices and keeping financial market volatility subdued. At the same time, our latest Global Financial Stability Report calls on policymakers to remain vigilant about the medium-term prospects. We want to highlight two areas of concern. Source: imf.org |
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