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US interest rates held for fifth time in a row

First publishedJul 29, 09:25 UTC
Last updatedJul 30, 12:52 UTC · 12m ago
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Answer

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 3.5% to 3.75% for the fifth time in a row.

Reported by 19 outlets — BBC US & Canada, CBS News, The Guardian US, PBS NewsHour, ABC News, and 5 more. See all sources ↓

The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged for the fifth meeting in a row. The rate stays in the range of 3.5% to 3.75%. The vote was 9‑3, with three officials favoring a quarter‑point increase.

Why it matters

Interest rates affect the cost of loans for homes, cars and credit cards. Holding rates steady shows the Fed’s view on inflation and the economy.

In brief
What did the Fed decide about interest rates?
It left the rate unchanged at 3.5%‑3.75% for the fifth straight meeting.
Why did some officials want to raise rates?
They cited concerns about inflation and rising energy prices.
How does a steady rate affect consumers?
It keeps borrowing costs for mortgages, credit cards and auto loans at current levels.
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Outlets vary in emphasis: some focus on political pressure from Trump, others on Iran‑linked energy price worries, and a few highlight rising government borrowing costs or signs of cooling inflation.

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    Trump’s call for lower rates

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    The Guardian UShighlights Trump’s renewed calls for lower rates
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    Iran‑related energy price concerns

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    The Guardian USnotes Iran peace deal affecting energy prices
    The Hillpoints to new Iran tensions raising inflation risks
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    Rising government borrowing costs

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    The Guardian USreports borrowing costs at highest level since 2007
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    Signs of inflation cooling

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    CBS Newssuggests inflation is easing, supporting steady rates
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