September 16, 2026
First Fed Hike In 3 Years 5 Percent Yields And Oil Selloff
On September 16, markets digested the Fed’s first rate hike since 2023, 10-year yields back near 5%, and a sharp drop in oil, leaving US stocks weaker while bonds, the dollar, and commodities moved in mixed directions. With both rates and oil sending complex signals about inflation and growth, it was a day that underscored the need for investors to prioritize defense and risk management.