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The Fed just raised rates for the first time since 2023. What might that mean for consumers?

September 17, 2026September 17, 2026 Bryan Renbaum

Financial analysts agree that Wednesday’s unanimous decision by the central bank’s FOMC (Federal Open Market Committee) to raise rates by 0.25 points-the first rate increase since 2023-will have an impact on borrowing costs.

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Fed raises key benchmark interest rate 0.25 points, marking first rate increase in three years

September 16, 2026September 17, 2026 Press Release

The Committee decided to raise the target range for the federal funds rate by 1/4 percentage point to 3-3/4 to 4 percent, in support of the Federal Reserve’s dual mandate. The Committee is continuing its policy of maintaining ample reserves in the banking system.

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U.S. National Debt

The current U.S. national debt:
$40,305,316,210,829

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