Fed set to hold interest rates steady in last decision before midterms
Topics: 2026 Midterm ElectionsEconomy & Inflation
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- The Guardian US reports: “US central bank last month raised rates for first time since 2023, in move that infuriated Donald TrumpThe US Federal Reserve is expected to leave interest rates unchanged on Wednesday during its l…”
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