Federal Reserve Issues FOMC Statement

US Federal Reserve Raises Rates to 4% for First Time in Three Years

The Fed lifted rates to 4%, marking the first increase in three years as it addresses elevated PCE inflation at 3.7% versus a 2% target. USD pairs strengthen as higher US rates support dollar demand; EUR/USD and GBP/USD face downward pressure. Traders now watch whether further tightening follows if inflation remains sticky.

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Fed Raises Rates First Time in Three Years

The U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates yesterday, the first increase in three years. Traders are focused on whether rate hikes will continue given PCE inflation remains at 3.7%, well above the 2% target. USD pairs and Treasury yields likely to remain volatile as markets assess the policy path ahead.

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Fed Raises Rates Unanimously Under Kevin Warsh Leadership

The Federal Reserve voted unanimously to raise rates, with Kevin Warsh leading the decision. USD strength likely as higher US rates support dollar demand. Traders watch PCE inflation tracking at 3.7% against the 2% target to assess further tightening pressure ahead.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-09-17/open-interest-9-17-2026-video

Fed Raises Rates 25bp; European Stocks Rise on Lower Yields

The Federal Reserve hiked rates by 25 basis points, prompting a fall in oil prices and bond yields that lifted European equities. EUR/USD and other risk assets responded as markets recalibrate rate expectations, though PCE inflation at 3.7% remains well above the Fed's 2% target. ECB President Lagarde speaks September 18; traders now await repricing of other central banks.

https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/european-markets-close-higher-oil-bond-yields-drop-after-fed-rate-hike

Fed Raises Target Range to 3.75-4.00%, Projections Signal One More Hike

The FOMC raised the federal funds target range by 25 basis points to 3.75-4.00%. Updated Committee projections indicate one further increase this year.

https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/monetary20260916a.htm