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Fed Issues Highest Interest Rate Hike Since 1994

HeadlineJun 16, 2022

In economic news, the Federal Reserve has increased interest rates by three-quarters of a percentage point in an attempt to combat rising inflation. It’s the largest rate hike since 1994. The rate hike will make it more expensive for people to borrow for homes, cars and get other loans.

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