Fed Holds Rates Steady, Says Almost Nothing

The Fed held its baseline rate at 150 to 175 basis points. It also made two tiny changes in its statement.

Statement Tracker

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The above from the Wall Street Journal Statement Tracker.

Two Changes

  • Spending is now moderate, not strong
  • Inflation is "returning to" rather then "nearing" the objective.

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