#FOMCMeeting
## FOMC Meeting Insights
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, scheduled for July 30, 2025, is a pivotal event in the financial calendar. Here's what you need to know ¹ ²:
- *Meeting Date and Time*: The FOMC meeting took place on July 29-30, 2025, with the interest rate decision announced at 2:00 PM ET (11:30 PM IST) and Chair Jerome Powell's press conference at 2:30 PM ET (12:00 AM IST on July 31).
- *Interest Rate Decision*: The FOMC is expected to keep interest rates unchanged, amid economic uncertainties and Trump's tariffs. The current interest rate stands at 4.25% to 4.5%.
- *Powell's Press Conference*: Powell's remarks will provide context behind the committee's decision and offer clues about future monetary policy. Investors will be listening closely for any hints on potential rate cuts.
## Key Takeaways
- *Economic Uncertainty*: Powell has emphasized that the Fed won't cut interest rates until it has a better understanding of how higher tariffs affect longer-term inflation expectations.
- *Tariffs' Impact*: Trump's tariff policies are beginning to have a slight impact on inflation, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) up 2.7% year over year in June.
- *Future Rate Cuts*: The Fed is not likely to cut short-term rates until closer to the end of 2025, as it monitors inflation's trajectory and awaits clarity on Trump's trade policies.
## Where to Watch
You can watch the Fed's press conference live on ² ¹:
- *Federal Reserve's Official Website*: (link unavailable)
- *Financial News Channels*: CNBC, Bloomberg, and Reuters
- *Online Platforms*: (link unavailable), Barron's, and other financial news sites often provide live streaming and real-time updates.