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Business & Economy · United StatesFed's Hammack: Restrictive Policy Needed to Lower Inflation
Cleveland Federal Reserve President Beth Hammack stated that monetary policy must become restrictive to bring inflation to the 2% target. She prefers gradual, frequent rate increases to avoid policy falling behind and believes central bank independence is key to stable inflation.
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Business & Economy · United StatesBank of Canada and government agree to keep 2% inflation target
The Bank of Canada and the federal government have agreed to maintain the two per cent inflation target as the core of the central bank's mandate. The Bank of Canada will continue to set interest rates independently to manage inflation.
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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 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 & 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 & EconomyBank of Canada Rate Hikes May Be Limited by Economic Slowdown
The Bank of Canada may face limitations on future interest rate hikes due to an anticipated economic slowdown. Factors such as trade uncertainty and reduced immigration levels are expected to influence the bank's monetary policy decisions in the coming months.
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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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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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