Crypto Experts, Global Rate-Fest, Apple AI: Sunday Asia Briefing

This week brings the largest collection of central bank policy meetings so far this year, covering almost half the global economy and six of the 10 most-traded currencies. We also look at Xiaomi’s big bet on EVs, Apple’s AI conundrum and how to be a crypto wiz.

The big decisions. Top of the list in Asia is the Bank of Japan, with speculation on a first hike in 17 years at fever pitch. But with recent weak consumption data, we may have to wait until wage increases filter through the economy. On Wednesday, the Fed may indicate whether it’s still on track for three reductions this year, despite robust US economic data.