#MEMEAct The Federal Reserve is holding its FOMC meeting on May six and seven twenty twenty five where it is expected to keep interest rates steady at four point two five to four point five zero percent this decision reflects the ongoing pause that began in December twenty twenty four amid economic uncertainty especially due to new trade tariffs the Fed is watching inflation and employment data closely before making any changes to rates investors are waiting for Chair Jerome Powell's press conference as his comments may provide clues about future policy moves some experts believe the Fed might cut rates later this year possibly starting in July but officials stress a data driven approach the US job market remains strong while inflation is still a bit above the two percent target the central bank is trying to balance price stability and employment without triggering a recession financial markets will be closely watching this meeting for any signals about the direction of future interest rate decisions