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**Fed Holds Rates at 4.25%-4.5%**, as expected, amid tariff risks and sticky inflation. Powell emphasized caution, citing Trump-era trade policies and resilient labor data as reasons to delay cuts until at least June. Markets priced in 1-2 cuts in 2025, with S&P futures dipping slightly and gold/crypto volatile on stagflation fears. The Fed’s next meeting (June 17-18) will hinge on inflation trends, tariff impacts, and jobs data. Prolonged high rates risk pressuring real estate and tech, while tariffs could roil commodities. Patience prevails as the Fed balances growth and inflation control—June remains pivotal for policy clarity. #FOMCMeeting