Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady Amid Economic Uncertainty

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged on Wednesday as it adopted a cautious approach moving forward, given the cloudy economic outlook and uncertainty about whether certain aspects of President Donald Trump’s policies could hinder efforts to combat inflation. The central bank signalled it would remain flexible in its monetary policy stance until more clarity emerges on the economic landscape. Experts suggest that the prolonged hold may reflect a heightened awareness of risks posed by both domestic and global factors, including geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions.

Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/29/fed-meets-on-interest-rates