The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter percentage point on September 16, 2026, in an effort to address inflation. This increase affects the borrowing costs for various business and consumer loans.
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Federal Reserve increases interest rates by 0.25 percentage points
On September 16, 2026, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 0.25 percentage points to combat inflation. This decision will impact borrowing costs for both businesses and consumers.
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