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The Fed Could Raise Interest Rates Again This Year. Here's What That Might Mean for the Stock Market.

It is looking like rates may be even higher for even longer.

The Fed Could Raise Interest Rates Again This Year. Here's What That Might Mean for the Stock Market.

Published October 5, 2026 · Category: Finance

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The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) raised interest rates for the first time in three years in September, boosting the range by a quarter point to 3.75% to 4.00%.

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While it was not unexpected with inflation spiking following the war in Iran and remaining elevated, a year ago at this time, most people thought rates would be declining in 2026, not rising.

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Originally published at www.fool.com.

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