My Reaction to the FOMC's Latest Decision I wasn't surprised to hear that the FOMC decided to keep the federal funds rate steady at 4.25%–4.50%, marking their third consecutive meeting with no change. The unanimous decision, coupled with last Friday's strong April nonfarm payroll data, suggests to me that the Fed feels more comfortable holding off on rate adjustments. I think this move aligns with their cautious approach to the current economic climate. I'm also noting the Fed's acknowledgment of rising risks to both inflation and unemployment, which makes me question how long this stability can last. FOMC My Take on Jerome Powell's Comments I found Fed Chair Jerome Powell's remarks during the press conference quite telling—he emphasized a “wait and see” approach, stating there's no rush t
Fed Keeps Unchanged: Are 3 Rate Cut Estimates Too Optimistic?
After a two-day policy meeting, the Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday that it would keep the benchmark federal funds rate unchanged in the range of 4.25% to 4.5%. Is the market being too optimistic? As the broader market begins to pull back, what impact will this week’s FOMC meeting have?
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