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US Federal Reserve holds rates steady, signals potential hike amid inflation

The US Federal Reserve has maintained its current interest rate, signaling a potential increase later this year due to persistent inflation concerns. Under the new leadership of Chairman Kevin Warsh, the Fed has adopted a more concise policy statement, removing previous forward guidance on rate adjustments. This shift reflects a strategy to adapt to the current economic climate, with future decisions to be communicated at upcoming meetings. AI

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US Federal Reserve holds rates steady, signals potential hike amid inflation

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Reuters ·

    US Fed begins Warsh era with hold on interest rates, may hike later this year

    The US Federal ⁠Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, but policymakers expect a hike in borrowing costs later this year amid growing concerns about inflation lodged above the US central bank’s 2 per cent target. New quarterly projections showed nine Fed officials now a…