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Trump reveals he told Fed Chair Kevin Warsh to back interest rate hike

Trump reveals he told Fed Chair Kevin Warsh to back interest rate hike

President Trump disclosed he instructed Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh to back the central bank's rate hike, noting board opposition made alternatives futile.

Business ·17 Sep 2026, 21:09 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Gas Prices Have Never Been This High This Late In The Year

Gas Prices Have Never Been This High This Late In The Year

Gas prices across North America have shattered seasonal records, maintaining historic highs above $4 a gallon amid ongoing geopolitical supply disruptions and refinery bottlenecks.

Business ·17 Sep 2026, 18:16 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Federal Reserve hikes key interest rate for first time in three years

Federal Reserve hikes key interest rate for first time in three years

The U.S. Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time in over three years, drawing sharp criticism from President Trump.

Business ·17 Sep 2026, 07:04 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Bank of England likely to keep rates steady

Bank of England likely to keep rates steady

The Bank of England kept the Bank Rate unchanged at 3.75% for a sixth consecutive meeting, as rising energy prices keep inflation above target.

Business ·17 Sep 2026, 06:09 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Fed Raises Interest Rates for First Time in Three Years

Fed Raises Interest Rates for First Time in Three Years

The US central bank has raised benchmark interest rates to a range of 3.75% to 4%, marking its first rate hike in three years amid persistent inflation pressures.

Business ·17 Sep 2026, 00:06 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Fed raises rates a quarter point as Trump demands cuts to 1% or less

Fed raises rates a quarter point as Trump demands cuts to 1% or less

The Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point in a unanimous vote, sparking immediate pushback from President Donald Trump.

Business ·16 Sep 2026, 23:06 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
US Federal Reserve raises key rate to 3.75%-4% after 3‑year pause

US Federal Reserve raises key rate to 3.75%-4% after 3‑year pause

The Federal Reserve has lifted its benchmark rate to 3.75%-4% in a unanimous vote, marking the first rate increase in over three years amid persistent inflation.

Business ·16 Sep 2026, 19:05 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Federal Reserve Expected to Hike Interest Rates for First Time Since 2023

Federal Reserve Expected to Hike Interest Rates for First Time Since 2023

Financial markets are overwhelmingly pricing in a 25-basis-point interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve, marking the central bank's first increase since 2023 amid persistent inflation.

Business ·16 Sep 2026, 14:12 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
US Treasury Yields Hit Multi-Year Highs: ETFs to Gain

US Treasury Yields Hit Multi-Year Highs: ETFs to Gain

U.S. Treasury yields have surged to their highest levels in nearly two decades, driven by escalating energy prices and monetary policy expectations.

Business ·16 Sep 2026, 01:37 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
UK bond yields hit 2007 high as Middle East conflict drives oil above $107

UK bond yields hit 2007 high as Middle East conflict drives oil above $107

UK borrowing costs have climbed to their highest level in nearly two decades as escalating Middle East tensions drive up Brent crude prices and spark a global sovereign debt sell-off.

Business ·15 Sep 2026, 14:13 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read

McDonald's raises McSmart Meal price to $7.95 amid inflation

McDonald's has lifted the price of its McSmart Meal to $7.95 following a year-long price freeze, reflecting broader inflationary pressures across Australia's retail and hospitality sectors.

Business ·15 Sep 2026, 04:02 ·Maeve Turner 5 min read
Trump Pushes for Lowest US Rates as Fed Weighs Hike

Trump Pushes for Lowest US Rates as Fed Weighs Hike

President Donald Trump has renewed demands for the lowest global borrowing costs, setting up a high-stakes confrontation with Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh as policymakers weigh an interest rate increase.

Business ·14 Sep 2026, 05:38 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Bank of England expected to raise interest rates four times

Bank of England expected to raise interest rates four times

Money market traders are heavily betting that the Bank of England will raise interest rates four times by next summer, pushing the rate to 4.75% as energy costs surge.

Cost of Living ·11 Sep 2026, 23:12 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Social Security’s Trump Bump-Led 2027 COLA Is Set to Make History 3 Different Ways

Social Security’s Trump Bump-Led 2027 COLA Is Set to Make History 3 Different Ways

Driven by tariffs and energy disruptions, Social Security's 2027 cost-of-living adjustment is projected to offer beneficiaries a larger increase, though experts warn rising expenses may absorb the gains.

Cost of Living ·11 Sep 2026, 22:09 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Inflation stayed hot in August with annual pace of 3.4%, raising the odds of a Fed hike

Inflation stayed hot in August with annual pace of 3.4%, raising the odds of a Fed hike

August consumer prices exceeded analyst forecasts with an annual inflation rate of 3.4%, driven heavily by energy costs and boosting expectations of a Fed rate hike.

Business ·11 Sep 2026, 13:39 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Oil surges above 100 dollars a barrel as US and Iran launch new attacks

Oil surges above 100 dollars a barrel as US and Iran launch new attacks

International oil prices have surged past $100 a barrel following new military strikes between the US and Iran that severely disrupted critical Middle Eastern shipping routes.

Business ·9 Sep 2026, 20:12 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Oil prices surge above $100 a barrel as Iran war escalates, stocks tumble

Oil prices surge above $100 a barrel as Iran war escalates, stocks tumble

Brent crude oil prices surged past $100 a barrel for the first time since July as escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran disrupted global energy markets.

Business ·9 Sep 2026, 17:05 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Nigerian workers push for $365 minimum wage amid inflation

Nigerian workers push for $365 minimum wage amid inflation

Nigerian labor leaders are preparing to demand a statutory minimum wage of ₦500,000 to help workers cope with soaring inflation and high living costs.

Cost of Living ·5 Sep 2026, 18:05 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
US Diesel Prices Hit Record High of $5.85 Per Gallon Amid Supply Squeeze

US Diesel Prices Hit Record High of $5.85 Per Gallon Amid Supply Squeeze

U.S. retail diesel prices have reached a historic national average of $5.85 per gallon, driven by global supply disruptions and depleted domestic stockpiles.

Business ·5 Sep 2026, 16:05 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Tata Motors raises car and SUV prices by up to Rs 25,000 from September

Tata Motors raises car and SUV prices by up to Rs 25,000 from September

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles is raising prices across its passenger vehicle catalog starting September 1 due to rising input costs and inflation.

Business ·21 Aug 2026, 10:35 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read