#FOMCMeeting Here’s a breakdown of the current FOMC situation and what’s ahead:

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📅 June 17–18, 2025 FOMC Meeting

The Federal Open Market Committee is meeting today and tomorrow, June 17–18, 2025, with an accompanying Summary of Economic Projections, per the Fed’s official calendar .

A press conference led by Chair Powell will follow once the decision is announced (typically at 2 p.m. ET on the 18th) .

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🔍 What to Expect from June Meeting

1. Rate Hold Expected

Markets overwhelmingly expect the Fed to maintain its current federal funds range of 4.25%–4.5% this week .

A Reuters poll shows nearly unanimous predictions of no change this meeting, with rate cuts likely delayed until at least September .

2. Geopolitics & Inflation

The Israel–Iran conflict caused a >13% surge in crude oil prices, adding inflationary pressure .

Tariffs and trade tensions continue