World · 17 August 2026

Goldman Sachs says September US interest rate rise unlikely

Goldman Sachs, a major investment bank, believes a US interest rate increase in September is "very unlikely." A weak job market, easing inflation and low retail sales have eased pressure on the central bank, making an immediate rate increase seem too aggressive. Jan Hatzius, the bank's chief economist, stated that inflation would probably continue to get better, a perspective supported by recent weak economic data.

By BriefTea Editorial · 17 August 2026 at 9:56

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