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Fed's September rate hike signals more increases amid inflation concerns and market risks.

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21 Sep 2026
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Fed's September rate hike signals more increases amid inflation concerns and market risks.

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates in September, marking a shift in pace under FOMC Chair Warsh and suggesting more hikes may follow. This move responds to persistent inflation and inflation expectations, which are likely to keep pressure on the Fed to increase rates. Investors can access short-term U.S. Treasury bills through TBIL, which offers liquidity, monthly payouts, and low price volatility. However, risks such as fiscal pressures, rising government borrowing costs, and a weakening labor market could prompt the Fed to reconsider its policy stance in the future.

TBIL and U.S. Treasury bills provide short-term liquidity and monthly payouts amid changing Fed interest rates. For readers following U.S. stocks, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Sep 21, 2026 18:21 WIB: 119 of 150 priced US stocks rose, 26 fell. Notable movers include BCS at USD 25.55 (+2.73%), NOK at USD 10.98 (+2.71%), and MRVL at USD 250.64 (+2.62%).

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