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August 19, 2026
Federal Reserve Signals Possible Rate Hike if Inflation Persists
- Minutes from the July meeting reveal a consensus for potential rate hikes if inflation does not decline.
- The Federal Open Market Committee voted 9-3 to maintain the current interest rate range of 3.5%-3.75%.
- Some officials believe current financial conditions may not be restrictive enough to achieve the 2% inflation target.
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- Fed officials saw need for rate hike if inflation doesn't cool, minutes showAug 19, 2026 at 6:07 PM · CNBC
- Federal Reserve officials hint rate increase may be necessaryAug 19, 2026 at 11:13 PM · The Hill