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What Set Off the Rise in Interest Rates? Mainly, the Iran War.
Friday, September 18, 2026
The Federal Reserve is adjusting policy in response to rising bond rates. Bond markets have moved higher amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The Fed's actions follow broader shifts in global financial markets tied to regional geopolitical developments.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/18/business/bonds-interest-rates-fed-iran-war.html
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