U.S. Stocks Rise After Fed Holds Rates, Markets Eye December Hike

U.S. Stocks Rise After Fed Holds Rates, Markets Eye December Hike

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U. S. stocks edged higher on 28 October after the Federal Reserve kept its policy rate unchanged on 23 October, shifting market expectations toward a possible rate hike in December, Reuters reported. Earlier in the week, Brent crude settled at $116. 72 a barrel, its highest level since April, keeping fuel prices elevated, according to News.

com. au. The next day, Asian markets opened lower as Brent fell from six-month highs, and investors awaited central-bank meetings, Reuters noted. Later, Canadian equities rose as oil prices eased and traders looked ahead to the Bank of Canada’s expected rate increase, The Globe and Mail said.

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October 28, 2026
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Wall Street Gains After Fed Holds Rates, Eyes Possible December Hike
Wall Street Gains After Fed Holds Rates, Eyes Possible December Hike

Reuters • 28 Oct 19:10

U.S. stocks edged higher on Wednesday following the Federal Reserve's decision to keep its policy rate unchanged, while market expectations shifted toward a potential rate increase in December.

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October 27, 2026
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Mixed global equity markets and easing oil prices as investors await earnings and rate decisions
Mixed global equity markets and easing oil prices as investors await earnings and rate decisions

The Globe and Mail • 27 Oct 09:16

Equities showed mixed performance worldwide, with Canadian stocks influenced by earnings from Precision Drilling and Trican Well Service, while oil prices fell amid reduced Middle-East supply-shock concerns.

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October 26, 2026
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Canadian stocks rise as oil eases and rate hike looms
Canadian stocks rise as oil eases and rate hike looms

The Globe and Mail • 26 Oct 08:59

Equities in Canada and the U.S. advanced on lower oil prices, while investors await the Bank of Canada’s expected rate increase and upcoming earnings reports.

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Asian markets tread cautiously as oil prices retreat and central banks convene
Asian markets tread cautiously as oil prices retreat and central banks convene

Reuters • 26 Oct 00:46

Stocks in Asia opened lower on Monday while Brent crude fell from six-month highs, and investors awaited a series of central-bank meetings and corporate earnings that could test confidence in the AI-driven market rally.

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October 25, 2026
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Brent crude climbs above $116 as Middle East tensions keep fuel prices high
Brent crude climbs above $116 as Middle East tensions keep fuel prices high

News.com.au • 25 Oct 23:21

Brent crude settled at $116.72 a barrel, its highest level since April, while Australian fuel prices remain elevated and officials warn the price surge may persist until 2030.

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