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The Fed raised rates for the first time since 2023. What it means for car loans

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The Fed raised rates for the first time since 2023. What it means for car loans

Maria Chen

Reporter · Decatur, IL

With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.

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Reporter · Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM · 1 min read

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The Fed raised rates for the first time since 2023. What it means for car loans — Decatur Community news

Caribou reports that the Fed's recent rate hike may influence car loan rates, but individual lenders set rates based on various factors.

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