Economics

Markets Are Betting Against Central Bank Guidance as Inflation Spikes

  • Imminent half-point rate hikes now predicted for U.S. and U.K.
  • Inflation danger may push officials to slam on the brakes
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Global central bankers are urging traders against bets on a supersized policy response to soaring inflation, amid continued hope they can successfully cool mounting price pressures without derailing economic recoveries.