Archive · 20 Jun 2025
Fed Holds Rates Amid Tariff Uncertainty, Projects Two Cuts in 2024
The Federal Reserve, like a financial referee, decided to keep interest rates the same.
They're waiting to see how new taxes (tariffs) might affect prices.
Some people worry these taxes could cause prices to go up.
The Fed still plans to lower rates a little bit later this year, but there's disagreement on how much.
This is because the economic situation is a bit unclear, with slow growth and potential inflation.
The Federal Reserve maintained key interest rates.
Officials cite a 'wait-and-see' approach due to potential impacts of tariffs.
The Fed projects two rate cuts this year, the same as in March.
Concerns persist about potential inflation driven by tariffs.
Uncertainty and differing opinions exist among FOMC members.
- Who
- The Federal Reserve and financial markets
- What
- The Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady.
- When
- June 2024
- Where
- United States
- Why
- Due to uncertainty surrounding tariffs and their potential impact on inflation.
- Key Interest Rate
- 4.25% to 4.5%
- Rate Cuts Projected This Year
- Two
- 2026 Rate Cut Projection
- One
- 2027 Rate Cut Projection
- One
- GDP Growth Projection
- 1.4% this year
- Inflation Projection
- 3.0%
Sources
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