International Economic
Fed raises rates, sees six more hikes in 2022
The US central bank hiked interest rates as expected and said it was now clear that rates needed to be raised and that balance sheet run-off should begin.
Ukraine and Russia draw-up neutrality plan, FT reports
Russia and Ukraine have drawn up a neutrality plan to end the war after making significant progress, including on a cease-fire and the withdrawal of Russian troops.
Russia faces historic default as sanctions bite
Russia is poised to default on its debts for the first time since the 1990s, it was reported on Wednesday, as economic and financial sanctions began to bite.
US retail sales jump past forecasts in February
US retail sales came in far above economists' forecasts thanks to upwards revisions to data for January.
US import prices rise a bit more slowly than expected in February
The cost of goods imported from abroad increased a tad more slowly than anticipated last month.
How long will Bitcoin´s consolidation last? No signs it will come to an end anytime soon
The cryptocurrency market remains in the same state of consolidation it´s been in since Bitcoin failed to overcome the imposing resistance zone around $45,500 - $46,000 at the beginning of March. Most altcoins are following in the footsteps of the queen of assets, which is why range movement for the tokens is also being imposed. Also, experts see no clues that this behavior will change in the short term.