BREAKING NEWS: Federal Reserve leaves its benchmark interest rate unchanged

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The Federal Reserve on Wednesday left its benchmark interest rate unchanged, marking the central bank’s third consecutive pause in 2026. The decision comes as the U.S. economy grapples with rising inflation due to the Iran war and fitful job growth.

The Fed maintained the federal funds rate — what banks charge each other for short-term loans — in its current range of 3.5% to 3.75%. The decision to keep rates steady was widely expected by investors, with the CME FedWatch tool forecasting a 100% probability that officials would maintain the current rate. 

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