https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-stocks-drift-after-expectations-rise-for-the-fed-to-hike-rates-to-get-inflation-under-controlContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-stocks-drift-after-expectations-rise-for-the-fed-to-hike-rates-to-get-inflation-under-controlhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-stocks-drift-after-expectations-rise-for-the-fed-to-hike-rates-to-get-inflation-under-control#u54490Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:05:26 +0000The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq fell as traders increased bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike. Markets are reacting to US strikes against Iran, which have pushed oil prices to a two-month high and triggered a global bond sell-off. These geopolitical tensions are fueling inflation fears, while the Australian share market is recording heavy losses. This follows previous expectations that the market had already priced in a single rate hike before the end of the year to combat high inflation.Why it mattersRising government bond yields are increasing borrowing costs for businesses and consumers gl https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-stocks-drift-after-expectations-rise-for-the-fed-to-hike-rates-to-get-inflation-under-controlhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-stocks-drift-after-expectations-rise-for-the-fed-to-hike-rates-to-get-inflation-under-control#u51618Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:06:29 +0000US stocks are drifting lower as expectations rise for the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates to get the nation's high inflation under control. The market has likely already priced in a single rate hike before the year ends. Stocks are holding steady with a mixed start expected for the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq.Why it mattersThe Federal Reserve's potential interest rate hike is aimed at controlling inflation. This development has significant implications for the stock market and investors. The Fed's actions will influence borrowing costs and economic growth. Investors are