How inflation data impacts central bank decisions

Global markets are weighing the latest US inflation data as investors look for clues on where interest rates are headed next. Has inflation cooled enough to give the Federal Reserve room to cut rates, or is the fight against rising prices far from over? David Scutt from StoneX breaks down what the latest numbers mean for the economy and financial markets. In Australia, attention is turning to the Reserve Bank and whether its rate hiking cycle has finally come to an end. We explore why some analysts believe rates have peaked, what risks could challenge that outlook, and how central bank decisions continue to shape consumer confidence and business activity. Meanwhile, the European Central Bank remains focused on tackling inflation, while investors also assess weakness across gold and cryptocurrency markets. Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker - https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker