#FOMCMeeting

The **FOMC (Federal Open Market Committee) meeting** is a pivotal event in global financial markets, where the U.S. Federal Reserve discusses and decides on monetary policy, including interest rates and economic stimulus measures. Typically held eight times a year, these meetings assess economic conditions, inflation, employment, and growth to determine whether to adjust the federal funds rate or implement other policy tools. The FOMC's decisions influence borrowing costs, stock markets, and currency values worldwide. After each meeting, a statement is released, followed by a press conference where the Fed Chair provides insights into the economic outlook. Investors closely analyze these communications for hints about future policy shifts, making the FOMC meeting a key driver of market volatility and economic expectations. The outcomes can shape business confidence, consumer spending, and long-term investment strategies.