September
Coverage of September in the Nexus archive.
- Why Goldman Sachs thinks the Fed won’t be hiking interest rates in September
Goldman Sachs predicts that the Federal Reserve (the Fed) will not raise interest rates in September. Goldman expects the Fed to maintain its current position, or "stand pat," provided there are no highly dramatic shifts in available economic data.
- City Council Could Test Moving Meetings From Mondays to Tuesdays
The Pasadena City Council is considering a temporary move of its September meetings from Mondays to Tuesdays as an experiment. This test aims to determine if city's elected officials should permanently shift the night they conduct business. If adopted, proposed special meetings scheduled for Sept. 14 and Sept. 28 would instead be held on Tuesday, Sept. 15 and Tuesday, Sept. 29.
- September Fed interest-rate increase is 'very unlikely,' Goldman Sachs says
Goldman Sachs stated that a Fed interest-rate increase in September is 'very unlikely.' The firm's prediction suggests market expectations regarding potential rate hikes may be shifting.
- White House vows to get CLARITY across ‘finish line’ in September
The White House vows to get CLARITY across the finish line in September. Patrick Witt reported that the Trump administration will continue negotiations with Democrats as the Senate prepares for a CLARITY vote.
- Yuan’s Recent Calm May End on Seasonal Factors, Analysts Say
Analysts predict that the yuan’s recent calm may end as September approaches. They expect that typical seasonal factors, including strong fall exports, will boost and lift the Chinese currency.
- US Senate pushes CLARITY Act vote to September: Report
The US Senate is reportedly delaying a vote on the CLARITY Act until September. John Thune, the Senate Majority Leader, reportedly confirmed that the chamber was pushing the vote to this later date.
- What August activity might reveal about the rest of the hurricane season
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has one of the slowest starts this century, but August activity becomes a meaningful predictor for the rest of the season. Environmental factors like El Niño-induced wind shear and cooler water temperatures suggest below-average hurricane activity, though August's outcome will provide clearer insights.
- Rant & Rave: Reader feels disenfranchised by WA’s August election
A reader criticizes Washington state's August election timing, arguing it disenfranchises voters on vacation and suggests moving primaries to September. The election includes important levy issues that the reader believes deserve broader participation.
- Disney to close its "Star Wars" hotel that opened last year
Disney is closing its Star Wars hotel that opened last year, with the final guest stay on September 30. Guests who booked reservations beyond that date should contact Disney. The closure affects bookings made for after September 30.
- Nintendo just announced a $500 Switch 2 bundle that includes a first-party game
Nintendo announced a $500 Switch 2 bundle including a first-party game, the console price will increase in September. This bundle could be a cost-effective option. The new bundle is available before the price hike.
- NASA targets a September launch for its next big space telescope
NASA has set a September launch date for its next major space telescope. The mission aims to advance astronomical research and expand our understanding of the universe.