#FOMCMeeting The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is scheduled to meet on May 6-7, 2025. The FOMC is a crucial part of the Federal Reserve System, responsible for setting monetary policy, including setting interest rates and buying or selling government securities on the open market to influence the money supply and credit conditions.

*What to Expect:*

- *Interest Rate Decision*: The FOMC will decide whether to change interest rates to promote maximum employment and price stability.

- *Economic Projections*: Committee members will release their economic projections, providing insight into their views on the economy's performance.

- *Policy Statement*: The FOMC will release a statement explaining its policy decision, which can impact financial markets.

*Recent Market Trends:*

- The S&P 500 index is currently trading at 5,625.30 with a -0.48% change.

- The Nasdaq index is trading at 19,852.80 with a -0.53% change.¹ ²

The minutes of the meeting will be released three weeks after the policy decision. Keep an eye on the Federal Reserve's website for updates.³