Event Brief
Oil Price Shock Leaves Fed Uncertain About Economy
Filed: Mar 18, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET
Summary: The Fed holds interest rates steady amid rising oil prices due to the Iran war, creating economic uncertainty.
WHO: Federal Reserve
WHAT: Held interest rates steady
WHEN: Mar 18, 2026 at 8:23 AM ET
WHERE: Washington
WHY: To address inflation concerns from rising oil prices
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