Swedish Central Bank Deputy Governor Jansson: Developments since the interest rate cut have been generally positive.

Federal Reserve Board Governor Barr: Most funds in private credit markets do not come from highly leveraged entities, so there is no risk of bank runs.

Federal Reserve Board Governor Barr: The Fed does not want the size of its balance sheet to "approach any level that could interfere with control of the federal funds rate."

Swedish Central Bank Deputy Governor Jansson: It is unlikely that an interest rate cut will take place in June, but this option cannot be ruled out.

The Polish zloty rose to 4.2525 against the euro, its strongest level since February 2020.

Swedish Central Bank Deputy Governor Jansson: The current inflation outlook in Sweden is very optimistic.

IT infrastructure provider Kyndryl has also partnered with Nvidia Corp (NVDA.O) to develop generative AI solutions.

Fed Governor Waller did not comment on monetary policy or the economic outlook in his prepared remarks.

Swedish Central Bank Deputy Governor Jansson: Inflation risks are roughly balanced.

Swedish Central Bank Deputy Governor Jansson: Demand conditions do not show significant inflationary pressure.

Federal Reserve Board Governor Barr: The economy is currently strong, growth is solid, and unemployment is low.

Federal Reserve Board Governor Barr: The current approach is to "remain prudent" to manage these two types of risks (inflation and employment).

Federal Reserve Board Governor Barr: Be wary of risks to inflation and employment tasks.

Fed Governor Barr: Fed is in a good position to "hold steady" and watch the economy.

Federal Reserve Board Governor Barr: The Fed will need to allow tightening policies "more time to continue to work."

Federal Reserve Board Governor Barr: First-quarter inflation was "disappointing" and failed to provide the confidence needed to ease monetary policy.

Federal Reserve Governor Barr: Regulators are reviewing the regulatory treatment of certain types of deposits, including deposits related to venture capital or cryptocurrency businesses.

Federal Reserve Board Governor Barr: Regulators are exploring "targeted adjustments" to existing liquidity rules.

Brazilian President Lula: I am saddened to hear of the passing of Iranian President Raisi and express my condolences to the Iranian government and people.