#FOMCMeeting :The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, held on June 12, 2025, signaled a cautious stance on interest rate cuts. Despite cooling inflation—core CPI rose just 3.4% year-over-year in May—policymakers held rates steady at 5.25–5.50%. Chair Jerome Powell emphasized data-dependence, noting economic resilience and labor market strength. The revised dot plot revealed only one expected rate cut in 2025, down from three in March’s projection, reflecting persistent inflationary pressure. Markets reacted with mixed signals—S&P 500 dipped slightly, while bond yields spiked. Critics argue the Fed risks stalling growth by maintaining high rates amid slowing consumer spending. Overall, the FOMC prioritizes inflation control over market optimism, signaling continued monetary tightness until inflation nears the 2% target sustainably.