#FOMCMeeting The meetings of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) are key gatherings of the Central Bank of the United States (the Federal Reserve or "Fed"). They are held eight times a year, approximately every six weeks, and are essential for the country's monetary policy.

In these meetings, the twelve members of the FOMC (the seven governors of the Federal Reserve, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, and four rotating presidents of the Federal Reserve banks) analyze economic and financial conditions. Their goal is to determine the appropriate stance of monetary policy to achieve price stability and maximum employment.

The most anticipated decisions are regarding interest rates, specifically the federal funds rate. Any change has a significant impact on financial markets, mortgage rates, and global economic growth, generating high volatility and being closely watched by investors and analysts. After each meeting, a statement is issued, and occasionally, the Fed president holds a press conference.