#FOMCMeeting FOMC Recap – May 2025
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 4.25%–4.5% following its May 6–7 meeting, aligning with market expectations. Fed Chair Jerome Powell maintained a cautious stance, highlighting ongoing inflation concerns, strong labor market data, and rising uncertainty surrounding proposed tariffs from former President Trump.
Markets have now pushed back expectations for a rate cut to June at the earliest. Powell’s remarks reinforced the Fed’s patient approach, emphasizing data dependency amid global economic shifts. The crypto and gold markets responded with heightened volatility, while S&P futures dipped slightly as investors reassessed risk.
With the next FOMC meeting scheduled for June 17–18, all eyes remain on inflation trends, employment figures, and trade developments. For now, the market mood is cautious—investors are waiting for clearer direction before making bold moves.
Stay tuned. The next few weeks could reshape the outlook for rates and risk assets alike.