Central Bank Decisions
Federal Reserve Expected to Implement 25 Basis Point Rate Hike
15 Sep 2026
Markets are pricing in a 25 basis point interest rate increase by the Federal Reserve at the conclusion of its September 16 policy meeting, marking the first hike since 2023 as the central bank continues to address inflation levels remaining above its 2% target.
Why it matters
The anticipated move represents a shift in the US monetary policy trajectory, directly impacting the USD and global risk sentiment as investors calibrate expectations for the terminal rate under the current leadership.