Group 1 - The Federal Reserve decided to maintain the federal funds rate target range at 4.25% to 4.50%, marking the fifth consecutive meeting with no change in rates, aligning with market expectations [1] - Among the 12 voting members of the Federal Open Market Committee, 9 supported keeping rates unchanged, while 2 members voted for a 25 basis point cut, indicating a rare split in opinions [1] - The Fed's announcement highlighted ongoing economic uncertainties, with indicators showing a slowdown in economic activity in the first half of the year, while the unemployment rate remains low and inflation is still high [1] Group 2 - Fed Chair Powell stated that a moderately restrictive monetary policy seems appropriate, and decisions regarding the September policy will depend on upcoming employment and inflation data [1] - Powell noted that the impact of higher tariff rates on some goods is beginning to show, but the overall effect on economic activity and inflation remains to be seen [2] - The Fed's stance has faced criticism from President Trump and some government officials, raising concerns about the independence of the Federal Reserve's monetary policy [2]
特朗普：利率应降到最低 美联储决定：不降息
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-07-31 06:29