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Marketplace · September 14, 2026 · 00:26:05

A cast of hawkish central bankers

Global central banks are turning hawkish in unison as the Federal Reserve is expected to hike interest rates, following the European Central Bank and ahead of a likely move by Japan. The episode explores why synchronized tightening is happening, the impact on the U.S. dollar, a record high in diesel prices due to inelastic demand, and the broader trend away from traditional ownership toward subscriptions and rentals. A personal story rounds out the show with a woman building a tiny home in her mother's backyard.

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Hawkish central banks move in lockstep
Marketplace reports that the Fed is expected to hike rates this week, following a similar move by the European Central Bank and ahead of an anticipated increase from Japan, as central bankers globally confront persistent inflation.
U.S. dollar strengthens on rate hike expectations
The value of the U.S. dollar is rising in anticipation of the Federal Reserve raising interest rates, as higher rates attract foreign investment seeking better returns.

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