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US Fed tipped to hold rates as inflation, Iran war cloud outlook

Malaysia Times desk Original: Malay Mail 7/26 10:02 X
US Fed tipped to hold rates as inflation, Iran war cloud outlook
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WASHINGTON July 26 — The US Federal Reserve is set to hold its second meeting under new chairman Kevin Warsh starting Tuesday, with markets expecting policymakers to keep...

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Warsh was chosen to lead the US central bank by Trump, who has made his demand for lower interest rates clear as he has exerted unprecedented pressure on the independent monetary policy making body.

After two days of closed-door sessions, the Fed’s open market committee (FOMC) will announce its decision on Wednesday at 2:00 pm (1800 GMT), followed by a press conference by Warsh.

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Jul 26, 2026
Updated here
Aug 15, 2026
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