Federal Reserve Chair Powell Addresses Journalists After Interest Rate Decision

Following the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady after three consecutive cuts in 2024, Chair Jerome Powell has taken questions from the press.

In recent weeks, Fed officials have expressed concerns about persistent inflation, influencing their decision to proceed cautiously in 2025. In December, the Fed projected only two rate cuts for 2025, down from the previous estimate of four.

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