美联储暂停降息终结三连降，谁将是美联储下一任“掌柜”？

Group 1 - The Federal Reserve maintained the federal funds rate target range at 3.5% to 3.75%, marking the first pause after three consecutive rate cuts [1][5] - The market is more focused on the next Federal Reserve Chair candidate rather than the rate decision, with speculation surrounding potential nominees [2][3] - The selection process for the next Chair, led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, began in September 2025 and has narrowed down from 11 candidates to a final list of 2 to 4 [2] Group 2 - Current Chair Jerome Powell's term ends in May 2026, but he can remain on the Board until 2028, complicating the nomination process for a new Chair [3] - If Powell stays on the Board, it may limit Trump's ability to nominate a new Chair unless a vacancy is created [3] - Analysts expect Powell may continue as a Board member after May, which could disrupt current market expectations for a dovish stance [3][6] Group 3 - The Federal Reserve's decision to pause rate cuts aligns with market expectations, with 10 out of 12 members supporting the decision [5] - Economic indicators show high uncertainty, with slow job growth and stable unemployment rates, while inflation remains elevated [5] - Future rate decisions will depend on political factors and economic conditions, with potential for two more rate cuts later in the year [6]