Fed's Interest Rate Decision: May 7, 2025

2025-05-08 01:05:00 ET

Summary

• The Federal Reserve concluded its third meeting of the year by keeping the federal funds rate (FFR) at 4.25-4.50%, as expected.
• Although swings in net exports have affected the data, recent indicators suggest that economic activity has continued to expand at a solid pace.
• In assessing the appropriate stance of monetary policy, the Committee will continue to monitor the implications of incoming information for the economic outlook.

By Jennifer Nash

The Federal Reserve concluded its third meeting of the year by keeping the federal funds rate (FFR) at 4.25-4.50%, as expected. This marks the third straight meeting the Fed has left rates unchanged....

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