#FOMCMeeting

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is the policy-making body of the Federal Reserve, responsible for setting monetary policy in the United States. During its regularly scheduled meetings—typically held eight times per year—the FOMC reviews economic conditions, including inflation, employment, and GDP growth, to determine appropriate interest rate targets. The committee’s primary tool is the federal funds rate, which influences borrowing costs across the economy.

At each meeting, members discuss current financial data, forecasts, and risks to the economic outlook. Based on this analysis, they decide whether to raise, lower, or maintain interest rates. The FOMC may also address other tools like quantitative easing or balance sheet adjustments. After the meeting, the Fed releases a statement outlining its decisions and economic rationale, followed by a press conference from the Chair.

These meetings are closely watched by markets, as they signal the direction of U.S. monetary policy and economic confidence.