Fed officials saw need for rate hike if inflation doesn't cool, minutes show

Reported by CNBC Finance · Published 20 Aug 2026, 2:54 AM MYT (1 hr ago)

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The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released minutes from its July 28-29 policy meeting.

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Fed officials saw need for rate hike if inflation doesn't cool, minutes show

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