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FOMC · September 17, 2025 · 14:00 ET

FOMC Rate Decision

Released

FOMC Rate Decision was released on September 17, 2025 (14:00 ET): Target Range Upper came in at 4.25%, vs 4.5% prior.

Metric Prior Actual
Target Range Upper 4.5% 4.25%
Target Range Lower 4.25% 4%

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What the statement says

FOMC lowered the federal funds rate target range by 25 basis points to 4.00–4.25 percent and continued its balance sheet reduction

  • Lowered the federal funds rate target range by 1/4 percentage point to 4 to 4-1/4 percent
  • Noted that inflation has moved up and remains somewhat elevated, and downside risks to employment have risen
  • Continued reducing holdings of Treasury securities, agency debt, and agency mortgage-backed securities
  • Will carefully assess incoming data, the evolving outlook, and the balance of risks in considering additional rate adjustments
  • Stephen I. Miran voted against the action, preferring a 1/2 percentage point reduction

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