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Business & Economy · United StatesKashkari: US Inflation Remains Too High Across Economy
Neel Kashkari, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, said inflation remains too high across the US economy, extending beyond just oil prices. He made the remarks on Fox News on September 20, 2026, following a unanimous Federal Reserve decision to raise interest rates.
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Business & EconomyUS Stocks Rally as Oil Prices Fall and Bond Yields Ease
The U.S. stock market experienced a significant rally, marking its best day in six weeks. This surge was driven by falling oil prices and easing pressure from the bond market, occurring shortly after the Federal Reserve announced a quarter-percentage-point interest rate increase.
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Business & Economy · United StatesDow futures advance 619 points after Fed rate hike
U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average seeing a significant gain. This rebound followed the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate increase, which had previously led to market declines. Treasury yields and oil prices also decreased.
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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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Business & EconomyOil prices surge to four-month high, rattling global markets
Brent crude futures reached a four-month peak of $109.97 a barrel following a 6% overnight increase. The surge in oil prices has heightened inflation concerns, leading to a spike in global bond yields and a slump in sharemarkets as investors anticipate further central bank tightening.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS wholesale inflation rises 5.4% as diesel costs surge
US wholesale inflation rose 5.4% year-on-year in August, exceeding expectations due to a significant jump in energy costs, particularly diesel fuel. The data has increased the likelihood of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike next week.
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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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Business & EconomyBank of Canada to hold interest rate amid US trade war
The Bank of Canada is expected to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 2.25 per cent. Renewed trade tensions with the U.S. have created uncertainty, potentially impacting inflation and economic growth.
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Business & EconomyBarclays forecasts two US Federal Reserve rate hikes
Barclays now anticipates the US Federal Reserve will raise interest rates by 25 basis points in both September and December. This change follows recent remarks from Fed Chair Kevin Warsh that suggested a more hawkish monetary policy outlook.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastAsian markets fall as US-Iran tensions lift oil prices
Asian share markets declined on Monday as fresh conflict between the United States and Iran escalated, driving oil prices up. Bond yields also remained elevated following comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh on inflation, increasing the likelihood of a US interest rate hike.
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Business & EconomyAustralia's inflation rate drops to 3.5% in July
Australia's annual inflation rate fell to 3.5% in July, the lowest in eight months, though still above economists' expectations. Housing and fuel prices were key drivers, while underlying inflation remained steady, leading the Reserve Bank of Australia to hold interest rates.
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Business & EconomyCanada’s July 2026 inflation data to show gas price rebound, economists say
Economists expect Canada’s annual inflation rate rose to 2.9 percent in July 2026 after a June dip to 2.8 percent, driven by higher gas prices from renewed Middle East tensions. The data will inform the Bank of Canada’s next rate decision on 2 September.
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