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Federal Reserve hikes key rate to tackle ‘too high’ inflation, defying Trump demands for cut

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What happened

Chairperson Warsh said renewed U.S.-Iran combat, which has driven up gas prices, also convinced officials to support rate hikes; President Trump reacted angrily to the decision, renewing his call for the Fed to lower interest rates “AND FAST”…

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  • Reported by The Hindu and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:51:39 UTC.

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  1. 10-year Treasury yield climbs back to 5% after Fed hikes rates, Warsh highlights inflation risks

  2. Trump demands 1% or lower interest rate after first Fed hike since 2023

  3. US Federal Reserve defies Trump with interest rate hike

  4. Federal Reserve hikes key rate to tackle ‘too high’ inflation, defying Trump demands for cut

  5. Trump lauds India's crackdown on poppy farming; lists 23 major drug transit nations

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