#FOMCMeeting The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting is a highly anticipated event in the financial world. The FOMC is responsible for setting monetary policy, including interest rates, to promote maximum employment and price stability.

The next FOMC meeting is scheduled for *May 6-7, 2025* ¹. This meeting will be followed by other meetings on *June 17-18*, *July 29-30*, *September 16-17*, *October 28-29*, and *December 9-10* ¹.

During these meetings, the FOMC will discuss and decide on key issues, including:

- *Interest Rates*: Whether to raise, lower, or maintain interest rates to control inflation and promote economic growth.

- *Monetary Policy*: The FOMC may discuss changes to its monetary policy strategy, including the use of quantitative easing or forward guidance.

- *Economic Outlook*: The committee will review the current state of the economy, including inflation, employment, and GDP growth.

The FOMC meeting is closely watched by investors, economists, and policymakers, as its decisions can have significant impacts on financial markets, the economy, and everyday life ².