WorldPingThe US Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rates for the first time in three years, as it seeks to bring down high inflation.
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US Federal Reserve defies Trump with interest rate hike
Federal Reserve hikes key rate to tackle ‘too high’ inflation, defying Trump demands for cut
Trump demands 1% or lower interest rate after first Fed hike since 2023
House passes Russia sanctions, sending bill named for Lindsey Graham to Trump's desk
House passes sweeping Russia sanctions bill honoring Lindsey Graham, sends to Trump
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WorldPingChairperson 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”…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Hindu
WorldPingTrump urges lower rates after central bank agrees increase by quarter-percentage point to range of 3.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Guardian
President Donald Trump previously threatened to cut off trade with countries that have trade surpluses with the U.S. if the Fed doesn't cut interest rates.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
WorldPingTrump says the U.S. should stop trading with most other countries in the world.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
The Lindsey Graham Russia sanctions bill is on a path to become law after the House votes in favor.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
WorldPingThe legislation was named for the late South Carolina Republican. It gives the president authority to impose tariffs on top importers of oil and natural gas from Russia, such as China and India.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by NPR Top
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