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Central Banks Brace for Rate Hikes Amid Persistent Inflation

3/15/2026

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Inflation persists, pressuring the Federal Reserve, the European Central Bank, and the Bank of England as policy decisions loom next week.
Bond yields have surged, signaling markets expect rate hikes rather than cuts.
The European Central Bank plans to raise rates in July and September.
The Bank of England faces an 82% probability of a hike this year, despite analysts warning that aggressive actions may be necessary to control inflation.

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Story summary

Inflation persists, pressuring the Federal Reserve, the European Central Bank, and the Bank of England as policy decisions loom next week.
Bond yields have surged, signaling markets expect rate hikes rather than cuts.
The European Central Bank plans to raise rates in July and September.
The Bank of England faces an 82% probability of a hike this year, despite analysts warning that aggressive actions may be necessary to control inflation.