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📝 Federal Reserve Meeting Summary – April 2025
Interest Rates:
The Federal Reserve maintained the federal funds rate at 4.25%–4.50%, citing persistent inflation and economic uncertainty.
Economic Outlook:
Chair Powell noted that while the U.S. economy remains fundamentally strong, recent data indicates a slowdown in growth. Consumer spending has grown modestly, and strong imports in the first quarter, possibly due to businesses anticipating tariffs, are expected to weigh on GDP growth.