United States — Federal Reserve & Saudi Arabia
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International
United States — Federal Reserve: Faces renewed pressure to hike rates as oil-driven inflation fears rise; July hike probability at 26%.
Saudi Arabia: Two Saudi oil tankers were struck by Houthis in the Red Sea, raising supply disruption risks.
Jul 17, 2026 · 38 articles
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.
Saudi Arabia: Refineries offline due to Iran conflict and Houthi blockade, reducing exports and contributing to supply crunch.
Mar 08, 2026 · 27 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Markets priced in a rate hike as oil spike revived inflation fears; probability of a September hike rose.
Saudi Arabia: Target of Houthi attacks on its oil tankers; its Red Sea port Yanbu is a key alternative export route threatened by the blockade.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Markets price two rate hikes by January as inflation persists above target; the Fed faces stagflation risks.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi oil tankers were attacked by Houthis, contributing to oil price surge and regional instability.
Jul 24, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
United States — Federal Reserve: Central bank facing pressure to act on inflation; expected to hold rates this week but signal possible September hike.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi oil tankers targeted by Houthi attacks in Red Sea; oil exports threatened.
Jul 28, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to raise rates to combat inflation from higher oil prices, affecting markets.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia, a major oil producer, benefits from higher oil prices but faces threats to its Red Sea exports from Houthi attacks. It has rerouted shipments and is involved in regional defense efforts.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Expectations of a Fed rate hike rose, with 30% probability for next week and 90% by year-end.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi crude shipments continued through Bab-el-Mandeb, reducing blockade risk.
Jul 24, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Held rates steady but signaled uncertainty. Markets pricing in a possible September hike.
Saudi Arabia: Faced Houthi attacks on oil installations, threatening supply.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces increased rate hike bets due to inflation pressures from higher oil prices. Traders see a 33-36% chance of a hike at the upcoming meeting.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia shot down drones targeting its oil facilities, launched from Iraq by Iran-backed militias. Houthi attacks on Red Sea oil infrastructure threaten its export routes, and the Jazan refinery was shut after an attack.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure from rising oil prices and inflation, with traders pricing in a possible rate hike. Its decision is complicated by the conflict's economic impact.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia joined U.S. strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, marking a new phase. It faces drone attacks on its oil facilities and a Houthi blockade, threatening its energy exports and regional stability.
Feb 08, 2026 · 308 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Expectations that the United States — Federal Reserve could maintain a tighter monetary stance kept the US dollar near a one-year high, capping rupee gains.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia slashed August crude oil prices for Asia by $11 per barrel, a record cut, improving supply conditions and supporting the rupee.
Jun 25, 2026 · 31 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to raise rates due to elevated oil prices, potentially slowing economic growth.
Saudi Arabia: Participated in joint strikes and defended against drone attacks on oil facilities. Energy infrastructure remains vulnerable to Houthi attacks.
Jul 09, 2026 · 325 articles
Business
United States — Federal Reserve: Monetary policy outlook affects markets; rate hike expectations influence sentiment.
Saudi Arabia: Facing naval blockade by Houthis, threatening energy supplies.
Apr 20, 2026 · 27 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed may be affected by inflation from oil prices, but has not directly acted.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi oil tankers have been targeted by Houthis, and the kingdom is affected by the disruption of Hormuz shipping.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure from rising inflation and higher yields. Markets are pricing in a possible rate hike.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia has been targeted by Houthi attacks and has seen its oil exports disrupted. It is seeking alternative routes but faces pressure.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 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.
Saudi Arabia: Trade flows are increasingly moving through Saudi Arabia to avoid the Strait of Hormuz, bypassing United Arab Emirates — Dubai.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's reaction to inflation data, influenced by higher energy prices from the US-Iran conflict, will determine interest rate policies, impacting US growth.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is being urged by Donald Trump to join the Abraham Accords, but maintains its stance on Palestinian statehood, indicating its cautious approach to regional normalization.
May 19, 2026 · 229 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Fed faces inflation pressures from higher oil prices, potentially tightening policy.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia has been targeted by Houthi threats and Iranian attacks, but continues oil exports via Red Sea ports.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's rate decisions are influenced by inflation, partly driven by oil prices. A deal could ease inflation and reduce rate hike pressure.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is affected by Houthi attacks and supports diplomatic efforts. A reopening could stabilize oil exports and reduce regional conflict.
Mar 09, 2018 · 316 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed is monitoring inflation, with oil prices a key factor in rate decisions.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia faces Houthi attacks on its oil infrastructure and has signed a defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan. Its oil exports are disrupted by the Hormuz closure and Red Sea threats.
Jun 16, 2026 · 349 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve, through its Chair Jerome Powell, has expressed concerns about the economic uncertainty caused by the energy shock from the conflict.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia, as a Gulf ally, requested the U.S. to postpone military attacks on Iran and has reportedly launched its own strikes against Iranian-backed militias in Iraq, indicating its direct involvement in the regional conflict.
May 07, 2026 · 362 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.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia>>> is one of the regional leaders who supported the proposed deal during a conference call with Donald Trump>>>. The deal could contribute to regional stability, which is beneficial for Saudi Arabia>>>.
May 27, 2026 · 101 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's hawkish stance under new chair Warsh has supported the dollar.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia has condemned Iranian attacks and supported affected countries. It has also been involved in diplomatic efforts.
Apr 20, 2026 · 423 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is assessing the outlook for its policy actions, with some members dissenting on interest rate decisions due to fears of inflation caused by surging energy costs from the blockade.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia has been involved in discussions with Donald Trump regarding the Iran peace deal and previously suspended the US military's ability to use a Saudi base for operations in the Strait of Hormuz.
May 02, 2026 · 472 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.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is a regional leader that has been consulted by US President Donald Trump regarding the emerging peace plan, indicating its support for de-escalation.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure from rising inflation due to energy prices, with markets pricing a rate hold.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia has been targeted by Iranian missiles for the first time in months, triggering air defense alerts.
Jul 15, 2026 · 445 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.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is a major oil producer affected by the Strait of Hormuz disruption and OPEC+ decisions.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's rate stance is watched, with inflation data upcoming. Higher oil prices may influence monetary policy.
Saudi Arabia: Target of Houthi attacks on its oil infrastructure; affected by regional instability.
Jul 28, 2026 · 318 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to raise rates due to conflict-driven inflation.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia has issued civil defense warnings but has not reported damage. It is a key oil exporter affected by the strait closure.
Apr 20, 2026 · 480 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady, with some officials expressing skepticism about AI's ability to ease inflation, influencing monetary policy decisions.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is urged by Donald Trump to join the Abraham Accords and has concerns about regional stability due to Iran's actions, influencing its stance on the ongoing negotiations.
May 25, 2026 · 35 articles
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