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In a statement accompanying the rate decision, the Fed said Wednesday’s increase “will support a timelier return to the committee’s 2 percent goal.”
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Statement: The Federal Reserve stated its rate increase will support a return to its 2% inflation goal.
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Claim Maker
The Federal Reserve
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News Article
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{
    "policy_goal": "2 percent inflation",
    "organization": "The Federal Reserve"
}
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Economics Government
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September 18, 2026 at 4:05 AM (3 weeks ago)
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September 18, 2026 at 4:05 AM (3 weeks ago)

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Fed Raises Rates in First Major Step by Warsh to Contain Inflation
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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/16/business/economy/federal-reserve-interest-rates-warsh.html

The Federal Reserve, under Chairman Kevin M. Warsh, raised interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point, the first increase in over three years, to combat elevated inflation. This decision, supported by all 12 FOMC members, lifts rates to a new range of 3.75 to 4 percent.

Federal Reserve Interest Rates Inflation US Economy Monetary Policy Kevin Warsh Financial Markets

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