"Central Bank Super Week" is here -- traders will have to work around the clock for these 36 hours.

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The global financial market is about to usher in a "central bank super week," a dense storm of interest rate decisions will sweep the globe in about 36 hours. From the Federal Reserve to the Bank of Japan, several major central banks will successively announce their interest rate decisions. The directions of their policies will set the tone for the final quarter of the global economy, directly affecting half of the world’s most actively traded currencies.

The highlight that draws the most attention is the Federal Reserve, which is widely expected by the market to announce its first rate cut since Trump’s second term. The White House has long called for lower borrowing costs, while Fed Chairman Powell has remained alert to tariff-driven inflation. However, recent signs of weakness in the labor market have given the green light to rate cuts, and most economists expect a 25 basis point cut.

Following closely, the Bank of Canada is also expected to take action on rate cuts. The Bank of England, after a rare three-way split of opinions in August, may keep its rates unchanged this time. The cycle will conclude with the Bank of Japan, which, though hawkish, is not expected to take action in the short term.

These decisions will affect economies accounting for two-fifths of total global output, including four countries within the G7 group. For investors and traders, this will undoubtedly be a period of heightened vigilance, when market volatility could significantly increase.

Focus: The Fed Rate Cut and Its Game with the White House

The most central event this week is undoubtedly the FOMC rate decision. Market economists generally predict the Federal Reserve will announce a 25 basis point cut.

This decision comes under complex circumstances. On one hand, the Trump administration has been openly pressuring for lower borrowing costs; on the other, Powell remains concerned about inflationary pressures pushed up by tariffs. Yet recent signs of a weakening jobs market have finally provided doves with a rationale for action.

According to Bloomberg Economics:

"We expect the FOMC to cut rates by 25 basis points. This is not because the economic data supports it, but because the market already expects it and the White House wants it too—we believe Powell is doing what he deems necessary to fend off further threats to the Fed’s independence."

Before the Fed makes its decision, U.S. retail sales data released on Tuesday will be the last important reference. Economists predict an increase of 0.3% in August retail sales. Amid an unstable labor market and rising prices, there are questions about the sustainability of consumer spending. In addition, Thursday’s jobless claims data will reveal whether last week’s surge in job numbers was temporary or a sign of sustained deterioration in the market.

Global Synchronization: Diverging Steps Among Central Banks

Although the Federal Reserve may shift to easing, other major central banks around the world are not entirely in sync.

The Bank of England is highly likely to keep its 4% benchmark rate unchanged. Previously, the Bank experienced a rare three-way split over its August rate decision. According to reports, a major focus of Thursday’s meeting may be the plan to reduce bond holdings amassed during the crisis—so-called quantitative tightening (QT). Considering recent market turmoil, officials are likely to significantly slow the current pace of £100 billion annual reductions.

In Asia, the Bank of Japan is also expected to keep rates unchanged at its Friday meeting. While the BOJ remains on the path toward policy normalization, it has not signaled imminent tightening action. Investors will closely scrutinize post-meeting remarks by Governor Kazuo Ueda for any clues on future rate hikes.

The Bank of Canada is expected to act in sync with the Fed and cut rates. Due to disappointing recent employment data and economic contraction in Q2, markets widely anticipate the bank will announce on Wednesday a cut in its overnight benchmark rate to 2.5%.

In contrast, the Norwegian central bank’s decision on Thursday faces greater uncertainty and is considered a "dead-heat" choice by analysts. Most economists believe it’s still undecided whether officials will follow the June guidance and cut rates again by 25 basis points to 4%, or delay action due to core inflation still remaining above 3%.

During this "central bank super week," most emerging market central banks are expected to maintain a cautious, observant stance and keep rates unchanged. Economists expect central banks in Indonesia, Brazil, and South Africa all to hold rates steady. The Brazilian central bank is almost certain to keep borrowing costs at a 19-year high of 15%; Indonesia’s decision takes place against a backdrop of domestic protests and the finance minister’s sudden resignation.

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