#FOMCMeeting The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) holds regular meetings to set U.S. monetary policy, mainly focusing on interest rates and economic stability. These meetings review key economic indicators such as inflation, employment, and GDP growth. Based on this data, the FOMC decides whether to raise, lower, or maintain the federal funds rate to control inflation and support economic growth. Their decisions influence global financial markets, investor sentiment, and currency values. The minutes and statements released after each meeting provide guidance on future policy directions. Traders, economists, and policymakers closely monitor FOMC outcomes as they impact borrowing costs, stock prices, and economic expectations.