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Fed Raises Discount Rate to 4% in 2026
Federal Reserve increases primary credit rate by 25 basis points to 4% effective Sept 17, 2026.
In brief
Federal Reserve increases primary credit rate by 25 basis points to 4% effective Sept 17, 2026. The Federal Reserve raised its primary credit rate to 4% in a 25-basis-point increase effective Sept 17, 2026. Originally reported by TokenPost.
Fed Releases Minutes
The Federal Reserve Board released minutes covering discount-rate meetings held on August 17, September 9, and September 16, 2026.
Rate Increase Approved
The Board unanimously approved a 25-basis-point increase in the primary credit rate to 4% effective September 17, 2026.
Effective Date
The target range for the federal funds rate rose to 3.75%, 4% effective September 17, 2026.
The key point
The Federal Reserve raised its primary credit rate to 4% in a 25-basis-point increase effective Sept 17, 2026.
