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Fed holds rates steady, hitting pause after series of cuts
The central bank’s decision to pause at its first meeting of 2025 followed a series of cuts that began in September to account for progress already made on getting inflation down. Over the course of three meetings, the Fed lowered rates by a full percentage point to a range of 4.25 percent to 4.5 percent, which was maintained on Wednesday.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady amid inflation uncertainty
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at its January meeting following three consecutive rate cuts amid uncertainty over inflation and economic conditions.
Fed leaves rates unchanged, sees no hurry to cut again
Global shares rose as investors digested earnings from Microsoft and Meta in the wake of this week's rout in technology stocks, while the dollar was steady against most other currencies after the Federal Reserve left rates unchanged.
Fed pauses interest rate cuts as inflation, Trump's plans create uncertainty
The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged as officials grappled with uncertainty caused by inflation and President Trump's plans.
3 CD accounts to consider with the Fed pausing interest rates
Just remember that CD rates don't mirror the Fed precisely. So, if lenders assume that interest rate cuts will be issued this spring, they could start reducing their rate offers before that's official. It makes sense, then, to lock in a high-rate, 1-year CD now.
Mortgage Rate Predictions: Will the Fed Keep Postponing Interest Rate Cuts?
Though Trump could appoint Fed board members whose views on monetary policy align with his own, he can only make new appointments in early 2026. Will mortgage rates go down in tim
Fed Stays Steady, and Powell Offers No Guidance on Future Rate Cuts
After three cuts at the end of last year, Federal Reserve officials paused rate moves as they weigh a solid economy and ...
Fed Stands Pat on Rates, Entering New Wait-and-See Phase
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says, “We do not need to be in a hurry to adjust our policy stance.” ...
Fed holds interest rates steady as inflation remains above 2%
The Federal Reserve opted to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged in its first policy meeting since President Trump's ...
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The Fed Voted to Hold Rates Steady. Your Credit Card's APR Likely Won't Change Either
Average APRs have inched down slightly, but you should focus on lowering your credit card balance as soon as you can.
Today's Mortgage Rates | Rates Tick Down as Fed Eyes Elevated Inflation
These are today's mortgage and refinance rates. Mortgage rates are likely to remain elevated until inflation comes down ...
Is the Fed interest rate pause good for mortgage rates?
After implementing three rate cuts in late 2024, the central bank has opted to keep its benchmark federal funds rate steady ...
Fed Begins 2025 in Neutral, Holding Interest Rates Steady
The Federal Reserve kicked off the year in neutral, opting to keep interest rates unchanged at the conclusion of its policy ...
Fed meeting live updates: Under pressure from Trump, will Fed hold interest rates?
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to make no change to its benchmark federal funds rate at its January meeting, a ...