#FOMCMeeting The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) of the U.S. Federal Reserve is currently holding its meeting on May 6–7, 2025. As of the latest updates, the committee has decided to maintain the federal funds rate at 4.25% to 4.50%. This decision reflects a cautious approach amid a mixed economic outlook, characterized by a surprise 0.3% contraction in Q1 GDP and rising inflation concerns due to President Trump's aggressive tariff policies .

Despite these challenges, the Fed's decision indicates a preference for stability, with market expectations now shifting towards a potential rate cut in the July meeting, rather than June .