August 19 International Forex News

August 20, 2026
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U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a temporary pause on 50% tariffs for Canada following an agreement between the two nations, with further paperwork required to finalize the deal. Additionally, CME FedWatch data indicates a 65% chance the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged in September, with various probabilities for rate hikes in both September and October. These developments signal pivotal economic and trade updates that could shape markets and policies.
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