September 18, 2026

Higher Oil, Higher Inflation, Higher Rates

A photorealistic illustration showing a diesel pump, oil refinery, oil barrel, rising U.S. 10-Year Treasury yield chart, and inflation-related imagery. The graphic accompanies the Macro Watch video “The Fed Had To Raise Interest Rates To Stop Interest Rates From Rising” and highlights the connection between higher oil and diesel prices, rising inflation, and higher interest rates.