#FOMCMeeting The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting is a critical event for global financial markets, held eight times annually by the US Federal Reserve. During these sessions, the twelve committee members, comprising the Board of Governors and several Federal Reserve Bank presidents, meticulously analyze economic and financial conditions. Their primary objective is to determine the appropriate stance of monetary policy, specifically aiming for maximum employment and stable prices. Key decisions often involve setting the federal funds rate, which influences other interest rates, credit availability, and ultimately, inflation and economic growth. The outcomes and subsequent minutes of these meetings are scrutinized by investors and analysts worldwide, as they provide vital clues about the future direction of US monetary policy.