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FOMC Decision: Why the Dot Plot Could Matter More Than the Rate Hike.

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September 16, 2026
Markets are heading into today’s Federal Reserve decision with a clear expectation: a rate hike. Fed funds pricing has placed the probability of a 25-basis-point increase at above 90%, making the hike largely priced into the market. The Rate Decision: Hike or No Hike? If the Fed delivers the expected hike, the immediate reaction in the U.S. dollar, Gold, stocks and Bitcoin could be…
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Warsh Faces Key Test as Fed Weighs Rate Hike

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September 15, 2026
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh faces a crucial test this week as policymakers weigh whether to raise interest rates again amid persistent inflation. The Fed is under pressure to keep inflation under control, while President Donald Trump has pushed for lower interest…
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U.S.-Canada Trade Deal Could Come Soon

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September 13, 2026
President Donald Trump expressed optimism that the U.S. and Canada could resolve their ongoing trade dispute, saying a deal could come “fairly soon.” The two countries have been facing tensions over tariffs and trade policies, raising concerns about higher costs for…
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Trump Leaves Door Open to Iran Talks

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September 10, 2026
President Donald Trump said the U.S. is not actively seeking a deal with Iran, but negotiations could still take place. Trump said Washington is discussing much more than Iran’s nuclear program, with several issues reportedly on the table as tensions remain high. He…
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U.S.-Iran Naval Clash Escalates

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September 6, 2026
Tensions between the United States and Iran have sharply escalated around the Strait of Hormuz after Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it launched ballistic missiles at a U.S. aircraft carrier and a Navy destroyer. Iran claimed the warships were…
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Trump Pushes Rate Cuts, Warns Trade Partners

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September 4, 2026
President Trump has renewed pressure on the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates sharply, warning that he could take action against countries with which the United States runs large trade deficits. The comments highlight Trump’s push for lower borrowing costs while…