#FOMCMeeting The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will indeed hold a two-day policy meeting on May 6-7, 2025. Here is what we know so far ¹ ² ³:
- *Interest Rate Decision*: The broader market expects the Fed to keep the benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25%-4.50%, consistent with those expectations.
- *Previous Meeting*: At the most recent meeting on March 19-20, 2024, the FOMC decided to maintain the highest interest rate in 23 years at 5.25%-5.50% and signaled three rate cuts in 2024.
- *Economic Forecasts*: The Fed's economic forecasts, including the "dot plot," are likely to provide insights into future policy decisions.
- *Inflation and Growth*: The Fed's views on inflation and growth will be closely monitored due to the current economic situation.