Major central banks, including the Federal Reserve, are navigating a challenging economic landscape as they consider interest rate hikes. The Fed left interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, despite a pledge from chief Kevin Warsh to bring inflation down.

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The Bank of England also held rates steady, while the Bank of Japan is expected to keep rates steady on Friday. The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised interest rates three times this year, but now looks to be on hold. The European Central Bank left rates unchanged last week, but traders still expect two more hikes by early 2027.

The cautious approach to hiking interest rates reflects the uncertainty surrounding higher energy prices and the impact of AI advances on the economy. The bond market selloff after the Federal Reserve meeting highlights the challenges policymakers face in making decisions about interest rates.

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