Federal Reserve meeting —

At its 29 January 2025 meeting, the Federal Reserve lowered its policy rate from 4.50–4.75% to 4.25–4.50%.

Decision

cut — 4.50–4.75% to 4.25–4.50%

Key passages

The Committee decided to maintain the target range for the federal funds rate at 4-1/4 to 4-1/2 percent.

Rates unchanged as expected; focus shifts to timing of future adjustments.

In considering the extent and timing of additional adjustments to the target range for the federal funds rate, the Committee will carefully assess incoming data, the evolving outlook, and the balance of risks.

Continued data dependence leaves door open for both cuts and hikes; no urgency signaled.

Meeting documents

Background reading

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