Fed Cuts Rates Again, Signals Pause Next Year
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WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, marking the third consecutive reduction, and projected a slower path for future cuts. The FOMC lowered the federal funds rate to a 3.50–3.75 percent range after a two‑day meeting, while three officials dissented. Policymakers cited a weakening labor market and persistently elevated inflation as complicating factors. Quarterly projections showed officials foresee one additional cut next year, with a year‑end median near 3.4 percent. Markets and borrowers will monitor Fed communications closely. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. September: Fed initiated first of three consecutive quarter-point rate reductions.
- 2. October: Officials debated further cuts; uncertainty increased after an October meeting.
- 3. Dec. 9-10: Two-day FOMC meeting convened to review policy and data.
- 4. Dec. 10: Fed cut rate 25bp to 3.50–3.75%; three officials dissented.
- 5. Fed published projections showing a median year-end funds rate near 3.4% next year, signaling one more cut.
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