#FOMCMeeting The FOMC (Federal Open Market Committee) meeting is a key event where U.S. monetary policy is set. Held eight times a year, the FOMC discusses economic conditions, inflation, employment, and decides whether to change interest rates. These decisions impact borrowing costs, financial markets, and overall economic growth. Investors and economists closely watch each meeting's statement and the Fed Chair’s press conference for signals about future policy moves. The outcomes can influence everything from mortgage rates to global financial stability.