RBC Capital Markets
May 29, 2026
European Rates and Economics Daily
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Global markets are rallying on reports of a tentative US-Iran peace deal, while the RBNZ signals further rate hikes. Investors are focused on upcoming Eurozone inflation data and Canadian GDP figures.
Key Takeaways
- 1.A tentative peace deal between the US and Iran is reportedly pending approval, causing oil prices to slip and Asian equities to rally.
- 2.The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has adopted a more hawkish stance, suggesting interest rates will rise 'sooner and higher'.
- 3.Euro area flash inflation is expected to rise to 3.6% y/y in May, driven primarily by energy-related base effects.
Table of Contents
- Overnight news
- Data and events
- What to Watch For
- Data and Events Calendar
- RBC RV Quadrant
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Authors
Peter SchaffrikCathal KennedyMegum MuhicGeorge Moran
Securities
Brent CrudeNKY10Y Bund10Y Gilt
Themes
Central Bank HawkishnessGeopolitical De-escalationInflation Re-acceleration Risks
Regions
EuropeAsia PacificNorth AmericaUnited KingdomCanadaNew Zealand
