Central Bank Watch: A divided Fed and Lagarde succession rumours

• The Federal Reserve's January meeting minutes revealed a divided stance among officials regarding the future path of interest rates, with some open to rate hikes if inflation remains elevated.
• Speculation arose about ECB President Christine Lagarde stepping down before her term ends in October 2027, but she affirmed her intention to complete her full tenure.
• UK markets are now pricing in two rate cuts from the Bank of England this year, following data showing rising unemployment (5.2%) and a drop in January's year-on-year CPI to 3%.

The video covers key central bank developments, including a divided Federal Reserve on future interest rate adjustments, rumors surrounding ECB President Christine Lagarde's potential early departure (which she denies), and the Bank of England's expected two rate cuts this year due to softening labor market data and falling inflation.