[196-2026] Sticky at 3.4%: Markets Rally Anyway as the Fed Hike Becomes a Done Deal

<p>August CPI came in at 3.4% with core at 2.4%, cementing expectations for a Fed rate hike at next week&#39;s meeting. Stocks rallied anyway as oil retreated from nearly $110 Brent, with the Dow jumping 1% to snap its longest losing streak since late April, though all major indexes still posted weekly losses.</p><p><br></p><p>&gt;&gt;&gt; Follow me on LinkedIn:</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/endrit-cela/</p><p><br></p><p>&gt;&gt;&gt; Follow me on Instagram:</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/endritcela_official/</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer for &quot;Capital Markets Quickie&quot; Podcast:</p><p>The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are based on information available at the time of recording and reflect the personal perspectives of the host. They do not represent the viewpoints of any other projects, cooperations, or affiliations the host may be involved in. &quot;Capital Markets Quickie&quot; does not offer financial advice. Before making any financial decisions, please conduct your own due diligence and consult with a financial advisor.</p>