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Asian stocks mostly higher ahead of Fed's interest rate decision
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Fusion42 · 16 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Asian stocks were mostly higher ahead of an anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate hike, with key markets in Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan gaining. The move is in response to persistent elevated inflation in the U.S., and is impacting global markets including oil prices and technology stocks, especially in AI and semiconductors.
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The expected Fed rate hike is raising borrowing costs and shaking up capital flows across Asia-Pacific markets. You should prepare for increased funding costs if you operate in semiconductors or AI sectors, as global tech stocks show volatility linked to U.S. monetary policy.
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