News & Politics US Fed raises interest rates as inflation weighs on economy
The 25 basis-point hike is the first raise in three years and comes ahead of critical midterm elections in the US.
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· September 16, 2026 · 1 min read
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The 25 basis-point hike is the first raise in three years and comes ahead of critical midterm elections in the US.
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