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U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran spiked oil prices, pushing markets to expect fewer Fed rate cuts in 2026 due to inflation risks.
Geopolitical tensions following U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran triggered a sharp rise in global oil prices and gasoline costs, prompting financial markets to sharply reduce expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026.
Fed officials, including Minneapolis’ Neel Kashkari and New York’s John Williams, acknowledged growing uncertainty, citing inflation risks from energy shocks and tariffs, while maintaining a data-dependent stance.
Though the economy remains resilient, officials stressed that inflation is still above target and that rising energy costs could delay easing.
The Fed’s March meeting is expected to include updated projections, with markets now pricing in a lower likelihood of cuts, reflecting a shift toward a more hawkish posture amid external risks.
Los ataques de Estados Unidos e Israel contra Irán aumentaron los precios del petróleo, lo que llevó a los mercados a esperar menos recortes de tasas de la Fed en 2026 debido a los riesgos de inflación.