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Central Bank Interest Rates

Track current policy rates for USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, AUD, CAD, NZD, CHF — rate differential calculator, carry trade indicator, and next meeting countdowns for all major central banks. Updated after each rate decision.

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Central bank interest rates are the official borrowing rates set by each country's monetary authority. As of the last verified date, the Federal Reserve rate is 5.50%, the ECB rate is 4.50%, and the Bank of England rate is 5.25%. These rates directly influence forex trends — higher rates attract capital and strengthen a currency. Use the calculator below to see the rate differential between any two currencies.

Central bank policy rates

Current Central Bank Interest Rates

Currency
Central Bank
Current Rate
Previous Rate
Change
Last Changed
Next Meeting
DirectionSource
USD
US Dollar
Federal Reserve
5.5%
5.25%
HikeMar 2025
Jan 29
-495 days
Hawkish
Estimate
EUR
Euro
European Central Bank
4.5%
4.5%
HoldSep 2024
Jan 23
-501 days
Neutral
Estimate
GBP
British Pound
Bank of England
5.25%
5%
HikeAug 2024
Feb 6
-487 days
Neutral
Estimate
JPY
Japanese Yen
Bank of Japan
-0.1%
-0.1%
HoldDec 2023
Jan 23
-501 days
Dovish
Estimate
AUD
Australian Dollar
Reserve Bank of Australia
4.35%
4.35%
HoldNov 2024
Feb 4
-489 days
Neutral
Estimate
CAD
Canadian Dollar
Bank of Canada
5%
5%
HoldJul 2024
Jan 22
-502 days
Neutral
Estimate
CHF
Swiss Franc
Swiss National Bank
1.75%
1.75%
HoldMar 2024
Mar 13
-452 days
Dovish
Estimate
NZD
New Zealand Dollar
Reserve Bank of New Zealand
5.5%
5.5%
HoldNov 2024
Feb 5
-488 days
Neutral
Estimate
INR
Indian Rupee
Reserve Bank of India
6.5%
6.5%
HoldAug 2024
Feb 6
-487 days
Neutral
Estimate
PKR
Pakistani Rupee
State Bank of Pakistan
22%
22%
HoldSep 2024
Jan 29
-495 days
Neutral
Estimate

Last verified: June 8, 2026

Rate data sourced from official central bank publications and manually updated after each decision.

Rate analysis

Rate Differential Calculator

Federal Reserve
5.5%
European Central Bank
4.5%
=
Rate Differential
+1.00%
Differential below typical carry threshold
Central bank calendar

Next Central Bank Meetings

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Bank of Canada
CAD
5%
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0
Days
0
Hours
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Mins
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
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European Central Bank
EUR
4.5%
In
0
Days
0
Hours
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Mins
Thursday, January 23, 2025
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Bank of Japan
JPY
-0.1%
In
0
Days
0
Hours
0
Mins
Thursday, January 23, 2025
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Federal Reserve
USD
5.5%
In
0
Days
0
Hours
0
Mins
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
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State Bank of Pakistan
PKR
22%
In
0
Days
0
Hours
0
Mins
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
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Reserve Bank of Australia
AUD
4.35%
In
0
Days
0
Hours
0
Mins
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
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Reserve Bank of New Zealand
NZD
5.5%
In
0
Days
0
Hours
0
Mins
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
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Bank of England
GBP
5.25%
In
0
Days
0
Hours
0
Mins
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Fibonetics methodology

Rate Differentials + Fibonacci Context

Fibonetics uses rate differentials as a trend confirmation tool, not as an entry signal. When the Fed rate is significantly higher than the ECB rate, the USD tends to have a structural bid. This creates a long-term bias that aligns with higher-timeframe trend analysis.

Fibonacci traders can look for buy setups on USD pairs at key retracement levels within that bullish USD bias. However, rate differentials shift slowly, and short-term Fibonacci patterns can still counter the long-term rate trend. Always use the full 5-star setup framework.

Rate differentials indicate long-term structural bias. They do not guarantee short-term direction. Use Fibonacci retracements for entry timing within the broader trend.

Carry trade education

Understanding Carry Trade in Forex

A carry trade is a trading strategy that involves borrowing in a low-interest-rate currency and investing in a high-rate currency to profit from the interest rate differential. The trader effectively earns the spread between the two rates on the borrowed amount.

Classic example: AUD/JPY carry trade. Historically, Japan maintained near-zero or negative interest rates while Australia had higher rates (around 4-5%). Traders would borrow JPY at very low cost and invest in AUD-denominated assets to capture the differential. This was one of the most popular carry trade strategies for over a decade.

Critical risk: Exchange rate movement can eliminate carry gains entirely. If the currency you borrowed (funding currency) appreciates significantly, or the currency you invested in depreciates, losses from exchange rate movement can outweigh interest earned. During risk-off market events (financial crises, market crashes), carry trades unwind violently as traders simultaneously exit positions.Never enter carry positions without stop losses.

Current context: With Fed rates elevated at 5.50%, the USD has become an attractive funding currency for carry trades against lower-yield currencies. USD/JPY has seen significant carry interest as the yen remains at ultra-low rates.

Common questions

Interest Rates FAQ

Let Rate Differentials Work Within Your Trading Plan.

Central bank rates define the structural backdrop. Fibonacci timing defines the entry. Use the rate differential to understand which currencies have a structural tailwind or headwind, then wait for your Fibonacci level.

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Risk Disclaimer: Interest rate data is sourced from official central bank publications and third-party providers. Rates are updated manually after each central bank decision. A 'last verified' date is shown for each rate. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon for trading decisions without verification from your broker or official sources. This is not financial advice.