Global Central Bank Policy Rates

[dropcap]F[/dropcap]rom – 0.75% (Switzerland) to almost Zero in most of Europe to around 4% in India, Central Banks in most economies remain accommodative. 
Although inflation remains benign in most places, some high inflation economies like Argentina (38%) and Venezuela (39%),  have their plates overflowing with challenges.
While the GDP projections are encouraging, whether cheaper credit can fuel a rebound in economic activity, remains to be seen.
We at FrankBanker are hopeful!
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