The latest US NFP report beat market expectations, +223k vs. +200k expectations, the unemployment rate fell to 3.5% from 3.7%, but hourly earnings fell.
The Bank of England blindsided the UK gilt market today by announcing a temporary bond-buying program (QE) designed to keep longer-dated bond yields in check.
The Swiss National Bank (SNB) raised interest rates by more than expected today and reiterated that rates could be raised further to ensure price stability.