#FOMCMeeting

The FOMC meeting is happening today, June 17, and tomorrow, June 18, 2025. Here's what you need to know¹:

- *Meeting Details*:

- Date: June 17-18, 2025

- Time: The policy statement is expected to be released at 18:00 UTC (14:00 ET) on June 18, followed by a press conference at 18:30 UTC (14:30 ET)

- *Interest Rate Decision*:

- Experts expect the Fed to keep interest rates unchanged at 4.25%-4.50% due to inflation concerns and tariff implications

- Market participants largely anticipate a rate cut in the near future, with futures markets indicating a 70% likelihood of a reduction at a later meeting

- *Market Impact*:

- The crypto market is currently bullish, despite expectations of unchanged interest rates, due to renewed investor interest and confidence

- A potential rate cut or hike could impact the crypto market, but experts are predicting stability for now

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meets eight times a year to discuss and set monetary policy, influencing interest rates, money supply, and overall economic stability. The committee consists of 12 members, including the Board of Governors and rotating Federal Reserve Bank presidents.²