🚨 Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady for Fifth Straight Meeting

🏛 In a widely expected move, the Fed has kept interest rates unchanged at 4.25% to 4.5%, marking its fifth consecutive decision to hold steady. The vote saw two dissenters — Governors Christopher Waller and Michelle Bowman — both pushing for a rate cut amid signs of economic cooling and easing inflation.

💬 The Fed emphasized it will "continue to assess incoming data" before making any adjustments, keeping markets on edge for future signals.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

✅ Rates held steady (4.25%–4.5%)

✅ 9–2 vote, with two advocating a 25bps cut

✅ Trump continues to push for cuts amid strong GDP data

✅ Fed remains cautious due to inflation risks tied to tariffs

✅ Eyes now turn to Jerome Powell’s speech for forward guidance

📅 Next FOMC: Sept 16–17

📊 With economic uncertainty and political pressure rising, all eyes are on how Powell & Co. navigate the remainder of 2025.

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