Core Points - The Federal Reserve has decided to lower the federal funds rate target range by 25 basis points to 4.00%-4.25%, marking the first rate cut since December 2024 [1] - Despite rising inflation rates, the Fed's decision was influenced by lower-than-expected job growth in recent months and a slowdown in economic activity [1] - The Fed predicts an additional 50 basis points cut by the end of the year and 25 basis points cuts annually for the next two years [1] - The Fed will continue to reduce its holdings of U.S. Treasuries, agency bonds, and agency mortgage-backed securities while maintaining the current pace of balance sheet reduction [1] - The Fed's decision led to a 0.13% decline in the U.S. dollar index, bringing it to 96.48 [1] Economic Outlook - The Fed forecasts a GDP growth rate of 1.6% for 2025, an increase from the previous estimate of 1.4% in June, with a long-term growth rate projected at 1.8% [1] Diverging Opinions - Newly appointed Fed Governor Stephen Milan was the only dissenting voice, advocating for a 50 basis points cut instead of 25 [1]
美联储宣布降息25个基点 为2024年12月以来首次
Yang Shi Xin Wen·2025-09-17 22:21