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US Federal Reserve to decide interest rates today amid rising inflation

Global markets await the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, with expectations for no change despite persistent inflationary pressures.

US Federal Reserve to decide interest rates today amid rising inflation

Markets are eagerly waiting for the US Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates today, with many expecting the rates to remain unchanged despite high inflation. The Federal Reserve, led by Jerome Powell, is aiming to bring inflation down to 2 percent, using interest rates as a key tool to achieve this goal. However, the Fed faces challenges such as high energy prices, heavy spending, and rapid expansion in artificial intelligence infrastructure.

These factors could support economic growth and increase price pressures. The decision comes amidst tension between US President Donald Trump and the Federal Reserve, with Trump criticizing a recent rate hike. According to the CME Group's FedWatch tool, traders largely expect rates to stay the same at today's meeting, with an 84 percent chance of a rate hike in December.

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