Fed's Inflation Battle Intensifies: First Rate Hike in Three Years Squeezes
The Federal Reserve, in a unanimous decision on September 16, 2026, raised the federal funds rate by 25 basis points, pushing the target range to 3.75% to
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Fed’s First Rate Hike in Three Years Signals Sharper Inflation Fight
On September 16, 2026, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points, its first hike since 2023, responding to persistent inflation pressures
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How the Fed’s Rate Hike and 5% Treasury Yield Are Squeezing Your Travel Budget
The Federal Reserve is set to raise interest rates by 25 basis points this week in response to stubborn inflation and a strong labor market.
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August Inflation Surge Forces Fed Rate Hike Odds Above 85%, Rattling Markets
August's CPI inflation rose 0.4%, well above expectations, reigniting fears of persistent inflation and pushing the Federal Reserve's September rate hike odds
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Why Europe’s ‘Super September’ Travel Boom Defies Inflation and ECB Rate Hikes
Despite the European Central Bank’s recent rate hike and persistent inflation, European consumers are fueling a ‘Super September’ travel surge.
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Fed’s First Rate Hike in Three Years Looms Amid Sticky Inflation and Resilient Jobs
The Federal Reserve is preparing to hike interest rates for the first time in three years at its September meeting, driven by persistent inflation and steady
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Fed’s First Rate Hike in Three Years Looms Amid Sticky Inflation and Resilient Jobs
The Federal Reserve is preparing to hike interest rates for the first time in three years at its September meeting, driven by persistent inflation and steady
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