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Senate Confirms Warsh as Inflation Raises Fed Risk
Finance

Senate Confirms Warsh as Inflation Raises Fed Risk

Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh was confirmed 54-45 as inflation accelerated, raising uncertainty over rate cuts, Fed independence, and market pricing.

Russia rate cut to 15.5% signals more easing ahead
Finance

Russia rate cut to 15.5% signals more easing ahead

Russia rate cut: The Bank of Russia lowered its key rate 50bp to 15.5% on February 13, 2026, and said further cuts are possible, shifting the outlook for borrowing costs and inflation risks.