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ECB’s Panetta: Signs of weakness in Eurozone economy are more persistent than anticipated
European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker Fabio Panetta said on Wednesday, “signs of weakness in Eurozone economy are more persistent than anticipated.” Further comments We expected a recovery driven by consumer spending.
Fxstreet
Wed, Feb 19
In balancing risks and rewards, China set to leave lending rates unchanged in Feb
SHANGHAI, Feb 19 (Reuters) - China is expected to leave its benchmark lending rates unchanged on Thursday, a Reuters poll showed, as authorities walk a fine line between prioritising financial stability and providing more stimulus at a time when Beijing is facing fresh trade tensions. The cen...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
BoJ’s Takata: Won't comment on JGB yield levels
Bank of Japan (BoJ) Board Member Hajime Takata is back on the wires this Wednesday, saying that he “won't comment on Japanese government bond (JGB) yield levels.” Additional quotes Long-term interest rates moving in line with state of Japan's economy.
Fxstreet
Wed, Feb 19
China's new home prices stagnate in January as demand struggles
New home prices flat, existing home prices continued to fallChina's property market struggles despite government effortsHigh inventory and bearish demand hinder market stabilizationAdds comments, detailsBy Liangping Gao and Ryan Woo BEIJING, Feb 19 (Reuters) - China's new home prices stal...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
Japan exports climb in January but US auto tariffs could deal heavy blow
Trump flags 25% tariffs on autos, Japan's biggest exportsJanuary exports +7.2% yr/yr vs forecast +7.9%Imports rise 16.7% yr/yr in January Recasts and writes throughBy Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO, Feb 19 (Reuters) - Japan's exports rose for a fourth consecutive month in January led by auto shipm...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
