#美联储维持利率不变
Local time on January 28, the Federal Reserve concluded a two-day monetary policy meeting, announcing that it will maintain the target range for the federal funds rate at 3.5% to 3.75%, in line with market expectations, thus ending the consecutive three rate cuts planned for the second half of 2025.
The decision was passed with 10 votes in favor and 2 against, with Federal Reserve governors Stephen Milan and Christopher Waller casting the dissenting votes, advocating for a 25 basis point cut. In its statement, the Federal Reserve upgraded its description of economic growth from "moderate" to "robust," noting that the unemployment rate has stabilized, but inflation remains high, necessitating continued observation of the effects of previous rate cuts, hence the decision to pause easing.
Chairman Powell emphasized during the press conference that the current level of interest rates is appropriate, with risks related to inflation and employment having somewhat diminished, while firmly maintaining the independence of the Federal Reserve and advising his successor to stay away from political disputes. Following the announcement, U.S. stocks fluctuated gently, the dollar index rose slightly, and the market expects the next rate cut to be delayed until after Powell's term ends in May.
$ETH $
