US Federal Reserve raises interest rates to 3.75-4.00%
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September 16, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 29/16/2026, 11:41:16 PM
The Fed raised the key interest rate by 0.25 percentage points. The new target range is 3.75 to 4.00 percent. The decision is supported by strong labor market data and persistent inflation.
- Earlier version 19/16/2026, 10:42:54 PM
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