Event Brief
Fed Projects Rate Cut Amid Iran War Concerns
Filed: Mar 18, 2026 at 10:02 PM ET
Summary: Federal Reserve officials predict one rate cut, citing inflation rise due to the Iran war but limited growth impact.
WHO: Federal Reserve
WHAT: Projects one rate cut and assesses inflation impact
WHEN: Mar 18, 2026 at 2:52 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To address inflation concerns linked to the Iran war
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