Event Brief
U.S. Fed Holds Key Rate Steady Amid Iran War Concerns
Filed: Mar 18, 2026 at 5:02 PM ET
Summary: The U.S. Federal Reserve maintains its benchmark interest rate as worries grow over the impact of the Iran war on oil prices and inflation.
WHO: U.S. Federal Reserve
WHAT: holds key interest rate steady
WHEN: Mar 18, 2026 at 2:03 PM ET
WHERE: Washington
WHY: concerns over Iran war impact on oil prices and inflation
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