This week brings the largest set of central bank policy meetings so far this year, covering nearly half of the global economy and six of the ten most traded currencies. We also take a look at Xiaomi's big bet on electric vehicles, Apple's AI dilemma, and how to become a cryptocurrency expert.
Big decisions. Topping the list in Asia is the Bank of Japan, with expectations of interest rates rising for the first time in 17 years. But with recent weak consumption data, we may have to wait for wage increases to trickle down into the economy. On Wednesday, the Fed may indicate whether it remains on track for three cuts this year, despite strong US economic data.