#FOMCMeeting FOMC May Meeting: What To Expect? With their eye on inflation, Fed officials are inclined to hold rates steady. But this move will come in contraction to Trump’s repeated pressure on the central bank for an interest-rate cut. A rate cut by the US Fed would mean borrowing gets cheaper. As spending increases, more money flows into the economy, boosting economic activity, which is a key priority for Trump.However, when inflation is high, central banks raise rates to cool down spending and reduce money circulation. The Federal Reserve is expected to keep rates steady this time due to a strong US labour market, with April adding 1,77,000 jobs. Further, gradually easing inflation is expected to solidify this stance as officials could prioritise price stability. Economy & FinanceUS Fed Meeting 2025: Date, Time, What To Expect And How To Watch Jerome Powell's Speech Live US Fed Meeting 2025: Date, Time, What To Expect And How To Watch Jerome Powell's Speech Live After the conclusion of the two-day meeting, the FOMC will announce its policy decisions at 2 PM Eastern time on May 7 (11:30 p.m. IST).