Federal Reserve meeting —

At its 28 January 2026 meeting, the Federal Reserve lowered its policy rate from 3.50–3.75% to 3.00%. The decision passed 10-2. 2 members dissented.

Decision

cut — 3.50–3.75% to 3.00%

Vote: 10-2

Dissenters

Key passages

the Committee decided to maintain the target range for the federal funds rate at 3-1/2 to 3-3/4 percent.

Rates unchanged; the key decision of the meeting.

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.

Data-dependent guidance; no strong signal on direction.

Meeting documents

Background reading

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