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Business & Economy · United StatesFederal Reserve leaves rates unchanged as Chairman Warsh rejects political influence
On 28 October 2026 the Federal Reserve kept its benchmark rate steady. Chairman Kevin Warsh told reporters politics played no role in the choice, warned that upcoming inflation numbers may rise, and noted the timing ahead of the U.S. midterm elections.
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Business & Economy · United StatesWall Street Indexes Rise as Oil Prices Ease Ahead of Fed Decision
US stock indexes, including the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, opened higher on Tuesday. Easing oil prices and anticipation of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision influenced market sentiment, alongside a focus on corporate earnings, particularly those related to artificial intelligence.
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Politics · United StatesLisa Cook's lawyers call White House committee 'demonstrably biased'
Lawyers for Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook have stated that a White House committee investigating her is 'demonstrably biased.' They also announced she would be unable to attend a hearing scheduled for November 5 due to policy meetings in Europe.
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Business & Economy · United StatesFed Beige Book: Price Pressures Persist Amid Rising Fuel Costs
The Federal Reserve's Beige Book report shows persistent price pressures, with input costs intensifying in some regions and oil prices contributing to inflation. The labor market remains stable, and businesses generally hold a positive but moderate outlook for growth.
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Business & Economy · United StatesOlder Americans Wealthiest as Youngest Families See Wealth Decline
Families headed by individuals aged 75 and older are now the wealthiest in the US, according to a Federal Reserve survey. The youngest families experienced a decline in wealth over the past three years, while the proportion of Americans struggling with debt payments rose.
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Politics · United StatesTrump Forms Committee to Investigate Fed Governor Lisa Cook
President Donald Trump has established a committee of inquiry to investigate Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The committee, comprising three executive branch officials, will examine allegations that Cook made false statements related to mortgages. This action is part of Trump's ongoing efforts concerning Cook's position on the Fed's board.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS stocks fall as oil and Treasury yields rebound
Wall Street indexes dipped from record highs as US Treasury yields and oil prices climbed. Investors are focused on upcoming Federal Reserve meeting minutes for clues on interest rates.
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Business & EconomyGlobal Stocks Rise, Oil Falls as Inflation Fears Ease
Global stock exchanges saw increases on Monday while oil prices declined. This trend emerged as concerns about inflation lessened, with investors expecting the US Federal Reserve to hold interest rates steady. Weaker than expected US job creation data contributed to these expectations.
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Business & EconomyDollar nears 17-month high as French fiscal worries weigh on euro
The US dollar began the week near a 17-month high, influenced by softer US jobs data that reduced expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike. Meanwhile, the euro weakened due to fiscal concerns and political uncertainty in France.
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Politics · United StatesFed Renovation Mismanaged, Inspector General Finds No Criminality
The Federal Reserve's inspector general found management and oversight failures contributed to significant cost overruns in the central bank's headquarters renovation. However, the report stated there were no reasonable grounds to believe a federal crime occurred requiring referral to the U.S. Attorney General.
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Business & Economy · United StatesFederal Reserve Hikes Interest Rate for First Time in Three Years
The U.S. Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rate by 25 basis points, marking the first such increase in over three years. The unanimous decision aims to combat inflation, and was followed by a significant drop in gold prices.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTrump says US should have lowest interest rates globally
President Donald Trump stated the United States should have the lowest interest rates in the world. He made the remarks ahead of the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy meeting, arguing the nation's strong credit allows it to influence global economics.
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Politics · United StatesTrump threatens trade halt if Fed doesn't cut interest rates
President Donald Trump has threatened to halt trade with countries that run trade surpluses with the U.S. if the Federal Reserve does not lower interest rates. The ultimatum was issued in a Truth Social post on Friday.
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Politics · United StatesUS Treasury Secretary Bessent and Fed Chair Warsh Address G20
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh spoke at a G20 finance ministers' meeting. Warsh declared the global economy is in an investment surge phase, moving past secular stagnation. Bessent outlined plans for increased sanctions on Iran and proposed reduced regulations for small banks.
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Politics · United StatesTrump faces final popular vote in November midterms amid policy criticism
Donald Trump will contest his last popular vote in the November 2026 US midterms, with left-rated outlets emphasising his claims of electoral fraud and policy failures, while the centre focuses on economic criticism. No right-rated outlet covered the story.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastStrait of Hormuz reopening talks send S&P 500 to $70 trillion record
The S&P 500 reached a record $70 trillion market capitalisation on 4 August 2026 after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated the Strait of Hormuz could reopen to oil traffic as soon as 5 August. Bitcoin traded at $64,176 while crude prices fell sharply.
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