Archive | October 17, 2009

Global Central Bank Rates – October 16, 2009

Global central bank rates (Brazil 8.75%, South Africa 7.0%, Mexico 4.5%, Australia 3.25%, New Zealand 2.5%, ECB 1.0%, UK 0.5%, USA 0.25%, Canada 0.25%, Switzerland 0.25%, Japan 0.11%) as of October 16, 2009. See chart image below. [Source: Bloomberg; Central Bank web sites]

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Top Foreign Holders of U.S. Treasuries

Below is an extract of the latest data from the U.S. Treasury concerning foreign holders of U.S. Treasuries (year-to-date through the end of August). At least for now, the fear of foreigners dumping Treasuries can be allayed, although it is clear there is some month-month volatility from a key buyer (see the figures for Mainland [...]

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Upcoming talks at Japan Society New York

For those in the area, below is a list of upcoming talks hosted by Japan Society New York. Click the respective link for additional information and for registration. Oct. 20   Financial Reporting Reliability & Transparency: Activities of FASB & the ASBJ during the Financial Crisis Oct. 27   Boeing & Japan: A Strategic Partnership [...]

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