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The article informs that banking executives and banking industry is unleashing various monetary policies such as quantitative easing, to maximize profit during economic recovery. Topics discussed includes stabilization of the fractured market in mortgage-backed securities (MBS) before switching focus to treasury notes, reinvesting in coupon income and the proceeds from maturing bonds, and use of liquid assets (HQLA) in the form of bonds.

The article reports on the postponement of quantitative tightening in the U.S. as of February 2019, with topics including the concern of a securities executive over market volatility, the declines in fixed income, currencies and commodities and revenue declines of investment banks.

The article focuses on stress test of European Banking Authority (EBA) and forcing banks to hold larger amounts of higher quality capital to protect against a severe downturn. It mentions fall in gross domestic product (GDP), rise in unemployment and rise in house prices and commercial real estate values. It also mentions European Central Bank (ECB) is still at the end-stage of its quantitative easing programme and rates.

The article discusses the decision of the Central Bank of Brazil to end its easing cycle and its impact on the condition of the banking industry. It states that the decision considers the volatility of the emerging market. It adds that ending the easing cycle has provided respite to banks that have been coping with the low interest rate. Also noted is the statement of Itaú Unibanco executive Candido Bracher on the possible move of the Congress to boost competition.

The article offers information on the efforts against the implication of quantitative easing (QE) in Europe. Topics discussed include the support of the European Central Bank (ECB) to the bond markets, the way to avoid rate risk, and entering into a swap to pay fixed and receive floating or to purchase a payer swaption.

An editorial is presented, in which the author discusses federal reserves of central banks, along with their quantitative easing (QE) monetary policy. It mentions the U.S. Federal Reserve is expected to announce tapering of the actual balance sheet in December. It also mentions European Central Bank has hinted on the end of QE-infinity and has suggest a timetable for unwinding its asset purchases.

The article offers information on the impact of presidency of Donald Trump on the financial market and economy of the U.S. It discusses the impact of Trump policies in bond markets, government debt, and gross domestic product of the U.S. It states that quantitative easing will affect the market and option of quantitative easing for European Central Bank.

The article discusses the impact of inflation on economy. Topics discussed include inflation in Great Britain with devaluation of sterling and price increases, quantitative easing policy, improvement in pricing power from inflation, low wage growth and higher levels of unemployment, and economic growth in China.

The article focuses on the issuing of an ultra-long sovereign bond in Italy, despite the fact that constitutional referendum could topple prime minister Matteo Renzi's government, and mentions Europe's dysfunctional capital markets and Quantitative easing (QE) programme.

The article reports that Harvard University economics professor Carmen Reinhart has warned that the U.S. Federal Reserve should continue its quantitative easing program to prevent a sell-off in emerging markets. According to Reinhart, the Fed should reconsider its plan to wind down its monthly purchase of assets in September 2013, given the prolonged deleveraging cycle in the U.S. She states that such a move will pose risk to inflation and economic growth and will affect emerging markets.

The article offers information on helicopter money proposed by the central banks wherein central bank opens an account for the government to buys perpetual zero interest rate sovereigns. It mentions advantages of helicopter money over Quantitative Easing (QE) as it results in an increase asset prices. It also highlights need of helicopter money for the U.S. such as role of money market funds in the financial system.

The article offers information on banking firm Barclays. Topics discussed include the banks working on long-dated deal before European Stability Mechanism (ESM), implementation of Quantitative easing (QE) to encourage investors, volatility in banking industry in 2015; and innovative debt solutions was created by the bank.

The article discusses the different monetary policies of the European Central Bank (ECB) and the U.S. Federal Reserve (FR) in December 2015. Topics cited include the FR's action to increase its policy rate to 0.5 percent with a plan of raising it to another one percent in 2016 and the ECB's extension of its quantitative easing program and its effect on the euro's parity with the dollar.

The article discusses the role of bankers, investors, policymakers and regulators in dealing with financial crises. Topics covered include the status of credit rating agencies, the control of defining default risk and the consequences of re-regulation in the financial market. Also mentioned are the U.S. government's decision to bailout big banks and the implementation of quantitative easing.

The article discusses factors indicating the need for the U.S. Federal Reserve to hike interest rates. Topics discussed include the impact of the U.S. government's quantitative easing on the financial market and the real economy, the expected period of lackluster returns once the central banks implemented policy normalization and recommended standards to measure the performance of the U.S. equity market.

The author offers insights on economic issues which could impact value of the U.S. dollar and the Japanese yen. Topics explored include the conclusion of the quantitative easing (QE) programmes of the U.S. Federal Reserve System and the Bank of England, the expected growth in the gross domestic product (GDP) of Japan which may be attributed to the QE programme of the Bank of Japan, and the outlook for global stock markets, interest rates, and inflation.

The article reports on the boom in Spain's equity issuance in May 2015 with the initial public offerings (IPOs) of telecoms tower firm Cellnex and train manufacturer Talgo. Topics discussed include the European Central Bank's QE programme of bond purchases' contribution to the bullish market, according to Cellnex chief financial officer José Manuel Aisa, how the lack of other telecoms towers businesses in Europe aided to the deal's success, and the stark contrast seen in Italy issuance.

The article reports on the benefits of the quantitative easing programme implemented by the European Central Bank in March 2015 in the Balkans. It says that euro bond buyers flock in the region to buy long-dated euro funding at record low yields. Bulgaria, Croatia and Slovenia are among the countries that benefited from the programme.

The article looks at the possibility that credit default swaps (CDS) be traded at negative levels in Europe as of April 2015. The trend is said to be driven by quantitative easing and negative rates in the credit market in the region. It also mentions that cash bond and derivative markets are affected by this negative outlook while high-grade corporate bonds create a spread differential known as positive basis.

The article reports on the economic recovery in the European Union as of April 2015. The recovery is said to be driven by increased purchasing power from lower oil prices, improved credit transmission by the banks and increased corporate competitiveness and earnings amid falling input prices and a weaker euro. However, it suggests that the quantitative easing programme has pushed the bond markets into negative territory.

The article reports on the yield opportunity from the quantitative easing programme by the European Central Bank (ECB). Non-financial U.S. corporates have issued euro-denominated bonds to take advantage of attractive yields and the euro/dollar swap rate, including Coca-Cola Co., AT&T Inc. and Tyco International Ltd. Moreover, European corporates are also joining the trend such as Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget, RCI Banque and GDF Suez S.A.

The article explores the impact of the quantitative easing programme of the European Central Bank (ECB) on the bond markets in the European Union (EU). It states that the asset purchase programme will drive sovereign debt bonds into negative territory, especially in Ireland. The programme has also caused complexity and volatility among currencies.

The article discusses the devaluation of the Swiss franc after the Swiss National Bank decoupled the currency from the euro. It is noted that this unexpected move was in response to the decision of the European Central Bank to resort to quantitative easing. Foreign exchange traders are compared to prisoners in a metaphor of philosopher Plato interpreting shadows from the world at their back even as it is pointed out that prices are dictated by unknown reality.

The article discusses the decision of the European Central Bank to use quantitative easing to rescue distressed Eurozone member states that cannot redeem their government bonds. It is noted that the quantities and inflation targets involved exceed those in the easing program resorted to by the U.S. Limitation of mutual risk is said to be in accommodation of skepticism in Germany even as it is suggested that Euro parity with the dollar is going to benefit the equities market.

The article presents an interview with ten chief investment officers (CIO) of leading global private banks. Michael Strobaek of Credit Suisse Private Bank comments on the timing of the Bank of Japan's quantitative easing move, Steven Wieting on the impact of the global oil price crash, and their views on the growing appeal of social impact and socially responsible investments.

The article discusses the volatility in the emerging fixed-income and foreign exchange (FX) markets because of reasons like slowing Chinese economy, lower oil prices and strengthening dollar value. Topics covered include the shifting structure of the emerging-market (EM) borrowing in December 2014 according to the Bank for International Settlements, the occurrence of capital misallocation in high-yield markets due to U.S. quantitative easing, and the impact of volatility on bulge-bracket firms.

In this article, the author ponders on the economic condition in Turkey as of June 2014. Topics discussed include the over-reliance of Turkey on foreign investments, its experience of political instability, and the mining accident that occurred in the country. Also mentioned are an issue on a legislation involving the Internet, the withdrawal of the U.S. Federal Reserve Board from quantitative easing (QE), and the current-account deficit of the country.

In this article, the author ponders on the issue of inflation in the eurozone as of June 2014 and the plans of European Central Bank (ECB) to address such issue. Topics discussed include the issue of unemployment in Europe, the likelihood that a program of quantitative easing (QE) will be launched, and the need to address the issue of euro appreciation. Also mentioned are negative deposit rate, long-term credits from the ECB (LTROs), and the German agreement of ECB on QE.

The article presents an outlook for the global emerging markets in 2014. Topics discussed include the quantitative easing that has been provided by the U.S. Federal Reserve relative to a record level of expansion, the forecasts in China which reportedly imply that the country will success in stabilizing growth while embarking on reforms and the failure of the emerging markets to recover even with a tentative pick-up in developed markets.

The article reports on the success in the issuance of Eurobonds by African companies in 2013. Gabon is said to be the last African to issue a Eurobond in 2013 and its second Eurobond was the largest frontier market bond from the region so far. It notes that African countries are facing difficulty in achieving good pricing when the U.S. Federal Reserve starts to taper its quantitative easing policy.

The article discusses the efforts of Turkey's deputy prime minister and economy chief Ali Babacan to reassure investors after some members of the Turkish government attack the local financial sector. It highlights Babacan's views on the looming withdrawal of U.S. quantitative easing and the nationwide protests against the political status quo. It also notes perceptions on AK Party's success in the economy and its tendency to become authoritarian, and the reforms announced in September 2013.

The article focuses on Wells Fargo Asset Management chief executive officer (CEO) Mike Niedermeyer's comments on the decision of the U.S. Federal Reserve to delay tapering its asset purchases and its impact to the bond funds market. He warns that the short-term interest rates will eventually go up despite the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain its current level of quantitative easing. He predicts a 3 percent increase in short-term interest rates.

The article discusses developments that are expected to affect the financial markets. The U.S. Federal Reserve's postponement of its move to taper its purchases of federal government and mortgage agency bonds under its quantitative easing programme undermined its credibility, according to the author. Another factor to impact the financial markets is the outcome of the September 203 German general election in which incumbent chancellor Angela Merkel but lost her coalition partner.

The article reports that the Turkish financial markets have continued to suffer from volatility in 2013. Volatility has been attributed to threat of western action against the Syrian government, with the Turkish currency, lira, falling further against the dollar and reaching record lows. The lira has declined by over 10 percent against the dollar since May 2013, with civil unrest and the anticipated end to quantitative easing cited as reasons for investors' decision to cut exposure in Turkey.

The article comments on hedge fund manager Crispin Odey's views about the quantitative easing in the U.S.

The author comments on U.S. Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke's announcement about tapering quantitative easing. According to the author, the news about tapering has bought volatility back to the markets. Investors are said to have run away from emerging market assets, equities and bonds. The author explains that the share prices of Aberdeen Asset Management and Man Group have been declining.

The author discusses the concerns of investment banks following U.S. Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke's announcement that the Fed is winding down quantitative easing measures. The author states that investment banks need to determine whether individual revenue streams can support fixed income earnings and whether interest rates can be increased without disrupting market confidence. He states that tightening collateral requirements for derivative trades is needed.

The article reports that investors have reassessed Latin American equity and fixed income following changes in pricing expectations at international capital markets. The changes have been attributed to uncertainties on when the U.S. Federal Reserve will ease off its quantitative easing scheme. Bankers have stated that this has led to many investors repricing fixed income and equity from Latin America. They add though, that this does not mean that the market is closed to Latin American issuers.

The article focuses on the Brazilian economy in 2013. Topics include the liquidity created by the government's quantitative easing scheme, the creation of capital controls governing the financial industry, and the implementation of tax cuts and price controls. Information is provided on Brazil's consumer-led consumption model.

The article presents quotations from unidentified financial executives and investors on topics including diversity in the banking industry, quantitative easing, and a proposed tax on financial transactions.

The article examines bond markets, noting investors in 10-year U.S. Treasuries lost two percent of their money by February 2013. The article notes concerns about rising rates when the U.S. Federal Reserve ends its quantitative easing monetary policy. It also notes the financial market reaction to the European Central Bank's (ECB's) announcement about larger long-term refinancing operation (LTRO) repayments. Topics include investment risk, fair value, and bond yields.

The article focuses on the housing recovery in the U.S. due to the purchase of government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) mortgage-backed securities (MBS) by the U.S. Federal Reserve. Topics include the removal of supply from the fixed-income market, the success of quantitative easing (QE), and the effects of the global financial crisis.

The article discusses the long-term impact of quantitative easing, a monetary policy in which a central bank buys financial assets from commercial banks, in Great Britain, presented as a parody of the story "A Christmas Carol," originally by Charles Dickens. It comments on the Bank of England, property prices in Great Britain, and lowered investment rates.

The article discusses the effects of quantitative easing (QE) on the carry trade within foreign exchange (FX) markets. It addresses the change of monetary valuation from mechanistic links to market perceptions. Other topics explored include risk in international trade across monetary units, risk-adjusted returns, and conventional monetary policy.

The article discusses issues related to long-term funding availability in the Turkish banking industry. It is noted that although quantitative easing measures and foreign loans have increased the flow of capital in the economy, local banks cannot provide sufficient credit for Turkish corporate investments such as construction. Topics include infrastructure privatization, the gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate, and gold deposits of Turkish banks.

The article focuses on Ben Bernanke, the chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve, and his unpopularity among his central bank colleagues in the U.S. Topics include the effectiveness of his quantitative easing (QE) plan, the international trade consequences of a weakened U.S. dollar, and the possibility that Richard Fisher, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, Texas, will become the next chairman of the Federal Reserve.

The article looks at the economy of Peru as of October 2012, with particular focus on its central bank, governed by Julio Velarde. Topics include the country's economic growth in spite of global economic weakness, how money loosening, such as through quantitative easing, in the U.S. and Europe will affect Peru, and currency appreciation in the region.

The article looks at the prosperity of the U.S. debt capital market (DCM) as of October 2012. Topics include the rise of foreign issuers in the U.S. debt market, the higher yields of DCM as compared to the treasuries market, and the U.S. Federal Reserves announcement that in addition to maintaining near-zero interest rates into 2015, it will be buying assets as part of quantitative easing.

The article discusses the effects of currency measures on Brazil's attempts to create an independent monetary policy and asset prices. It addresses the impact of the U.S. Federal Reserve and its quantitative easing, as well as the short-term investment in countries with high real interest rates. Other topics explored include capital controls, cost of exports, and the Brazilian manufacturing sector.