Tag Archives: Cut rate
Fed’s ‘Hawkish’ Rate Cut Lifts Dollar to Two-Year High
Fed Hold Rates Steady at 4.25% as Expected On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve decreased the benchmark policy rate by 25 basis points, which has reached a range of 4.25%-4.50%. The officials hinted at the possibility of a pause in further rate cuts next year as labor market conditions remained stable and the inflation trends showed […]
The Fed’s Last Meeting of the Year: To Pause or Further Ease?
A Balancing Act Between Inflation and Growth The year 2024 has been quite a roller coaster for political and economic events. The final interest rate decision meeting is scheduled for this month by the Federal Reserve. The minutes of the November meeting give insight into their next steps. A key takeaway is that many officials […]