#美联储FOMC会议 Meeting Background
The FOMC is composed of 12 voting members responsible for formulating the Federal Reserve's monetary policy. The committee holds 8 regular meetings each year to assess the economic and financial situation and to determine the direction and pace of monetary policy. Additional meetings may be held if necessary.
Meeting Content
Interest Rate Decisions: One of the main topics of the FOMC meeting is to decide on the target federal funds rate. Adjustments to interest rates aim to balance economic growth and price stability.
Economic Assessment: During the meeting, the FOMC assesses the current economic situation, employment, and inflation to guide monetary policy decisions.
Policy Statement: After the meeting, the Federal Reserve issues a public statement summarizing its assessment of economic developments and its monetary policy decisions.