What are today's top business/market headlines?
Here are the top business/market headlines for Thursday, September 17, 2026 (U.S.):
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- Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut
Backs: “Stocks turned lower after the decision and the 10‑year yield pushed above 5%.”
- US stocks slip after the Fed hikes interest rates and hints more increases may be on the way
Backs: “Wall Street slipped after initially holding gains when the decision hit, as investors digested the prospect of tighter policy for longer.”
- Oil prices extend losses as fears of Middle East supply disruptions ease | MarketScreener UK
Backs: “Brent and WTI fell as supply‑disruption fears eased, with reports Saudi Arabia is offering extra cargoes via Oman; prices remain elevated near $100.”
- Retail sales rise a better-than-expected 1.2% in August after shoppers pulled back spending in July
Backs: “August U.S. retail sales rose a better‑than‑expected 1.2%, underscoring still‑resilient consumer spending.”
- House approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to Trump
Backs: “House passed a sweeping Russia sanctions bill targeting officials and key economic sectors, with potential knock‑on effects for energy and defense markets.”
- Japan records a trade deficit for 4th month as oil imports soar
Backs: “Japan posted a fourth straight monthly trade deficit as higher oil costs lifted import bills, highlighting the global energy shock’s reach.”