Archive · 30 Jul 2026
Fed Keeps Rates Steady, Three Members Push Hike
The U.S. Federal Reserve decided to keep its main interest rate the same, between 3.5% and 3.75%.
Most of the 12 people who decide on rates agreed, but three of them wanted to raise it by 0.25%.
This is the first time in many years that three members disagreed.
The Fed’s boss, Kevin Warsh, said keeping inflation under control is still the top goal.
Because of this split, people are watching closely to see if the Fed might raise rates again in September.
Fed left federal funds rate unchanged at 3.5%-3.75% for fifth straight meeting.
Three FOMC members (Cleveland, Dallas, Minneapolis) voted for a 25‑basis‑point hike.
First disagreement among three members since September 2016.
Chair Kevin Warsh emphasized inflation control remains priority; inflation above 2% target.
Market sees decision as "hawkish hold," watching for possible September hike.
- Who
- Federal Reserve, FOMC members, Chair Kevin Warsh
- What
- Fed left rates unchanged; three members voted for a 25‑basis‑point hike
- When
- July 29, 2024
- Where
- United States
- Why
- Inflation remains above the 2% target, prompting concerns about future policy
- Federal funds rate target range
- 3.5% to 3.75%
- Meeting date
- July 29, 2024
- Number of FOMC members voting for hike
- 3
- Fed Chair
- Kevin Warsh
- Inflation status
- above 2% target for nearly five years