Market Watch: May 2023

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US Debt Ceiling Worries and Global Market Impact

The US debt ceiling has become a growing concern in recent weeks.

Failure to raise the debt limit could result in a default on US obligations, causing significant repercussions for the global financial system.

Negotiations are underway to address this issue, and investors are closely monitoring the situation for potential market turbulence.

The recent bipartisan deal between President Biden and House Minority Leader McCarthy to avert a default has brought temporary relief to Asian markets. However, the situation remains fluid, and caution is advised.

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Central Bank Decisions on Interest Rates

Both the Federal Reserve and Bank Indonesia (BI) have announced their decisions on interest rates.

The Federal Reserve has chosen to maintain its current interest rate policy, despite concerns about rising inflation.

The central bank believes this approach will support economic recovery and keep inflation under control.

Meanwhile, BI has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 5.75%.

BI aims to balance economic growth and inflationary pressures while remaining vigilant about potential external risks.

Read more: Fed Rate Decision 

Read more: BI’s Interest Rate Decision


Limited Impact of US Debt Ceiling on Indonesia

Indonesian authorities believe that the impact of the US debt ceiling issue on their economy will be limited.

While they acknowledge the need for vigilance, they remain confident in their ability to manage any potential spillover effects.

This highlights the importance of monitoring the situation closely and taking necessary precautions.

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Gina Valerina

Gina Valerina

Gina began her professional journey within the realm of finance, accumulating a wealth of invaluable insights and hands-on experiences. Building upon this extensive background, she uses her expertise to carefully create informative articles. Each article is born from in-depth research and her unwavering dedication to providing her audience with well-verified insights.
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