Anthony Scaramucci Says Trump Got the Rate Hike ‘His Policies and War Demanded’ — Here’s What Crypto Bettors Expect for Inflation in 2026
Anthony Scaramucci, founder and managing partner of SkyBridge Capital, attributed the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hike on Wednesday to inflationary pressures from President Donald Trump’s policies. Rate Hike Amid Elevated Inflation The Fed unanimously raised its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points to 3.75%-4%, the first increase since 2023, and raised its 2026 inflation forecast to 3.7% from 3.6%. The Federal Open Market Committee noted "elevated" inflation in its policy statement. Moreover, 16 out of 18 policymakers see at least one more hike this year. Scaramucci took a swipe at the president, stating, “Trump got the hike rate his policies and war demanded.” Trump got the hike rate his policies and war demanded. — Anthony Scaramucci (@Scaramucci) September 16, 2026 Trump’s War Policies to Blame? The conflict in Iran, which began in February, has disrupted global shipping routes and sent oil prices above $100 per barrel this month. Gasoline and diesel prices have risen at the pump. The national average for regular gasoline has reached $4.37, up about 30 cents in a month and $1.18 from a year ago. The average price of a gallon of diesel in the U.S. hit a fresh record high
Anthony Scaramucci, founder and managing partner of SkyBridge Capital, attributed the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hike on Wednesday to inflationary pressures from President Donald Trump’s policies. 6%. The Federal Open Market Committee noted "elevated" inflation in its policy statement. Moreover, 16 out of 18 policymakers see at least one more hike this year.
” Trump got the hike rate his policies and war demanded. — Anthony Scaramucci (@Scaramucci) September 16, 2026 Trump’s War Policies to Blame? The conflict in Iran, which began in February, has disrupted global shipping routes and sent oil prices above $100 per barrel this month. Gasoline and diesel prices have risen at the pump.
18 from a year ago. S. 27 on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Trump slammed the Fed for raising interest rates, renewing his demand for rates at 1% or lower.
5% over 12 months in 2026, while odds of a 5% increase stood at 9%. 4 billion has been wagered on this outcome. 4% year over year for the 12 months ending August, in line with expectations. 4% annually, the slowest pace since March 2021.
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