United States — Federal Reserve & West Texas Intermediate
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International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces a split on whether to raise interest rates to combat inflation, with traders pricing in a significant chance of a hike in September, which could slow the economy.
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude has also risen to multi-week highs, reflecting the same supply concerns and impacting energy markets.
Mar 08, 2026 · 27 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates due to a strong jobs report, impacting market sentiment and bond yields.
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude prices surged due to increased geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, reflecting higher demand or supply concerns.
Jun 07, 2026 · 12 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Faces renewed pressure to hike rates as oil-driven inflation fears rise; July hike probability at 26%.
West Texas Intermediate: Rose 3.28% to $87.11, tracking Brent's surge on supply disruption fears.
Jul 17, 2026 · 38 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve may be forced to keep interest rates high due to rising oil prices and inflation, potentially delaying planned rate cuts and grinding down the economy.
West Texas Intermediate: The price for a barrel of benchmark U.S. crude (West Texas Intermediate) shot up 8.5% to $81.01 per barrel, its highest level since 2024, due to the war with Iran.
Mar 05, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Minutes from the United States — Federal Reserve's meeting showed a growing number of members felt a rate hike might be needed to contain inflation, indicating a hawkish shift in monetary policy outlook.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate futures bounced significantly, reflecting the market's reaction to the Gulf tensions and potential oil supply disruptions.
Apr 09, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve, led by Chair Kevin Warsh, is awaited for signals on interest rates at the Jackson Hole speech. Clarity could reduce monetary policy uncertainty.
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude also fell over 2% overnight, mirroring Brent's decline due to the absence of new sanctions on Iran.
Aug 25, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is considering raising interest rates due to stubborn inflation, which could impact market sentiment.
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude prices, referring to West Texas Intermediate, fell, contributing to the easing of market pressure.
Jun 24, 2026 · 7 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to raise rates due to oil-driven inflation; Fed Governor Christopher hinted at near-term hikes, impacting bond yields.
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude prices rose to $80.40, a one-month high, reflecting the same supply concerns.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed is considering rate hikes due to inflation exacerbated by the oil price surge, affecting monetary policy expectations.
West Texas Intermediate: WTI rose to $83.78, mirroring Brent's gains due to the Hormuz closure.
Aug 11, 2026 · 27 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Likely to raise interest rates due to higher inflation from oil prices, affecting markets.
West Texas Intermediate: Added 34 cents to $84.84 a barrel, contributing to inflation and market pressure.
Aug 17, 2026 · 8 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is under pressure to raise interest rates due to persistent inflation driven by the Iran war, though it is currently expected to hold rates steady.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices have risen, mirroring the global trend in oil prices due to the Iran war.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's rate path is a key market driver, with markets pricing a 40% chance of a September hike and full pricing by December.
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude eased to around $85.64, reflecting similar supply concerns and profit-taking after recent gains.
Aug 24, 2026 · 13 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Chairman's upcoming speech is closely watched for inflation policy signals, influencing market expectations.
West Texas Intermediate: At $85.10 per barrel, reflecting similar upward pressure from sanctions and supply risks.
Aug 25, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's policy stance and potential rate hikes are key to the yen's outlook; the intervention may influence its decisions, but the Fed itself did not directly intervene.
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude also fell, contributing to lower inflation expectations and a weaker dollar.
Jul 30, 2026 · 162 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Held rates steady but signaled uncertainty. Markets pricing in a possible September hike.
West Texas Intermediate: Fell on hopes for U.S.-Iran deal.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Dovish remarks from the United States — Federal Reserve Chair reinforced expectations of moderating inflation and a supportive global rate environment, boosting investor sentiment.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude fell roughly 3 percent to $85 per barrel, contributing to the overall positive market sentiment for equity indices.
Jun 12, 2026 · 52 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Expectations of a Fed rate hike rose, with 30% probability for next week and 90% by year-end.
West Texas Intermediate: WTI declined over 4% following a 6% gain, mirroring Brent's retreat.
Jul 24, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is under pressure to raise interest rates due to rising inflation, impacting bond yields and the dollar.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices also fell, mirroring the decline in Brent Crude, as supply concerns eased after the accord to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
Jun 24, 2026 · 57 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Struggling to bring inflation back to 2% target; its preferred PCE gauge remains above 3%. Markets await signals from Governor Kevin Warsh at Jackson Hole.
West Texas Intermediate: Fell 1.6% to $85.63 per barrel, reflecting similar pressures.
Aug 24, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates due to strong US payrolls and surging inflation, impacting bond markets and investor expectations.
West Texas Intermediate: US crude dipped, following Brent crude's trend, as geopolitical tensions eased slightly.
Jun 09, 2026 · 8 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is mulling interest rate hikes to counter inflation, which has been exacerbated by the Iran war and higher energy prices. Its monetary policy decisions are influenced by the economic impact of the conflict.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices fell on hopes of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension, which could alleviate supply concerns and reduce upward price pressure.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is mulling interest rate hikes to counter inflation, which has been exacerbated by the Iran war and higher energy prices. Its monetary policy decisions are influenced by the economic impact of the conflict.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices fell on hopes of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension, which could alleviate supply concerns and reduce upward price pressure.
May 27, 2026 · 101 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Markets priced in a rate hike as oil spike revived inflation fears; probability of a September hike rose.
West Texas Intermediate: US oil benchmark that rose sharply, tracking Brent's gains amid Middle East tensions.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's industrial production report and its policy stance influence interest rate expectations and market sentiment.
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude oil prices have surged on Middle East tensions and supply disruption fears, benefiting energy producers but pressuring airlines and consumers.
Jun 15, 2026 · 39 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's potential actions on interest rates are a key concern for the market, with weaker manufacturing data possibly influencing a less aggressive stance on rate hikes.
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude prices fell, mirroring the decline in Brent Crude, influenced by the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran.
Jun 16, 2026 · 56 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Expected to keep rates steady next week but may hike later; new Chair Kevin Warsh.
West Texas Intermediate: Rose to near $90 per barrel.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's Jackson Hole meeting is in focus for monetary policy clues amid high inflation.
West Texas Intermediate: WTI oil prices rose 0.7% to $85.57, reflecting supply concerns from Iran tensions.
Aug 25, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to hike rates to combat inflation, with communication under new Chair Kevin Warsh adding to market uncertainty.
West Texas Intermediate: WTI rose above $85, adding to inflation pressures.
Aug 18, 2026 · 23 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Inflation concerns, partly driven by high oil prices, reduce the chances of the United States — Federal Reserve cutting rates this year and raise risks of rate hikes in 2026, impacting bond yields and overall market sentiment.
West Texas Intermediate: The price for a barrel of West Texas Intermediate>>> fell $1.35, indicating a decrease in U.S. crude oil prices.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to raise rates to combat inflation from higher oil prices, affecting markets.
West Texas Intermediate: WTI prices also rose significantly, impacting US energy markets and consumers.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
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