Nearly half of Fed policymakers see 2026 rate hike in the cards (opens original article in a new tab)

Nearly half of US Federal Reserve policymakers believe a 2026 rate hike may be necessary as inflation remains above target despite current interest rates.

• Nearly half of Fed policymakers think rate hike in 2026 is possible
• Fed kept policy rate in 3.50% to 3.75% range
• Inflation remains above 2% target due to oil price surge