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Last week, the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, but the bigger story was beneath the surface: it was one of the most divided Fed votes in decades. With economic signals pointing in different directions, policymakers are interpreting today’s economy in very different ways.
The Fed has lowered its benchmark rate by 25 basis points to 3.5%-3.75%, marking the third consecutive cut in 2025. While aimed at supporting the labor market, officials signaled caution on further reductions, forecasting just one more cut next year.
Six straight months of weakening economic signals. Slowing job growth. The Fed’s message: “Proceed carefully.” What does this all mean? We break it down.
Speaking at The New York Times DealBook Summit, Powell provided insights on inflation, economic growth, and interest rates as the Federal Open Market Committee prepares to meet on Dec. 17-18.
