The big day is finally coming for the Fed, as market participants are counting on the U.S. central bank’s first rate hike in years.
Will they deliver or disappoint?
Here’s what to look out for in this highly anticipated event.
Event in Focus:
Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) Monetary Policy Statement
When Will it Be Released:
September 16, 2026 (Wednesday): 6:00 pm GMT
- Fed Chairman Warsh will conduct a press conference 30 minutes later
- Updated FOMC Economic Projections are also lined up for release
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Expectations:
- The FOMC is expected to hike interest rates from 3.75% to 4.00%
Forecasts as of September 14, 2026, at 2:30 am GMT
