Hike or Hold? Fed Meeting Will Surprise Either Way

Investopedia Markets News (all except PF) · Jul 28, 2026

Construction continues on the Marriner S. Eccles Federal Reserve Building renovation project on July 15, 2026 in Washington, DC.Credit: Kevin Carter / Getty ImagesKEY TAKEAWAYSInvestors are uncertain if the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates or keep them steady at its upcoming meeting.Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s reduced guidance has left markets speculating about potential policy surprises.Inflation remains above the Fed’s 2% target, with risks tied to oil prices and economic pressures.It’s not entirely a coin toss, but investors are in the dark on whether the Federal Reserve will raise…