📢 Urgent | The US Federal Reserve lowers interest rates
The Federal Reserve Board (FOMC) announced today a reduction in the key interest rate by 0.25% to a range of 4.00% – 4.25%.
🔹 Economic situation:
Slowdown in growth in the first half of 2025
Slowdown in job gains and a slight rise in unemployment
Inflation remains above the target at 2%
🔹 Upcoming monetary policy:
The Fed focuses on full employment and price stability
Ready to adjust interest rates according to economic data
Continues to reduce its bond holdings
💬 Today's decision came with a majority vote of the members, with one member preferring a larger cut.
📌 Key message: The central bank balances between supporting the labor market and controlling inflation, and keeps the door open for additional moves based on the data.
