#FOMCMeeting The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting recently concluded on June 18, 2025. Here's what you need to know:

- *Meeting Outcome*: The FOMC is expected to have kept interest rates unchanged, with the federal funds rate target range remaining at 4.25%-4.50%.

- *Decision Rationale*: The committee likely chose to wait and observe the impact of tariffs on inflation and the economy before making any rate adjustments.

- *Future Projections*: The Summary of Economic Projections (SEP) or "dot plot" will provide insights into the committee's expectations for future rate changes. According to Deutsche Bank economists, the dot plot may show expectations for rate cuts in the latter half of the year.

- *Powell's Press Conference*: Fed Chair Jerome Powell's press conference is a crucial event, where he'll address questions on the economy, inflation, and monetary policy. Powell tends to highlight uncertainty and often stresses the importance of data-driven decisions.

*Key Takeaways:*

- *Interest Rate Decision*: No rate change is expected in this meeting, but the dot plot will indicate potential rate cuts later in the year.

- **Economic Projections