#FOMCMeeting The FOMC meeting is a crucial event in the financial calendar, where the Federal Reserve decides on monetary policy, including setting interest rates. The next FOMC meeting is scheduled for June 17-18, 2025.

*Key Details:*

- *Meeting Dates:* June 17-18, 2025

- *Interest Rate Decision:* The FOMC will announce its decision on U.S. interest rates, which can impact financial markets, mortgage rates, and economic growth.

- *Summary of Economic Projections:* This meeting includes a Summary of Economic Projections, providing insights into the Fed's economic outlook.

- *Press Conference:* The Federal Reserve Chair will hold a press conference to explain the decision and provide additional context.¹

*Impact on Markets:*

- *Forex:* Interest rate changes can significantly affect the US dollar and other currencies.

- *Indices:* Higher rates tend to be bad for shares, while lower rates can boost the market.

- *Bonds:* US bonds are often directly impacted by interest rate changes.

*FedWatch:*

You can track the probabilities of changes to the Fed rate using CME FedWatch, which provides insights into market expectations.²

*Recent Developments:*

- *Previous Decision:* The Fed maintained the federal funds rate at 4.25%-4.50% in its May meeting, aligning with market expectations.

- *Future Projections:* The median projection among FOMC participants anticipates the federal funds rate to be approximately 3.6% by the end of 2025.³