Federal Reserve
The S&P 500’s highs in 2025 reflect optimism, but also pose a challenge: markets are increasingly driven by Federal Reserve policy, rather than fundamentals. This reliance adds risk, but also opportunity for investors who adapt to a changing macro-policy landscape.
On December 18, 2024, the Federal Reserve announced a 0.25 percentage point reduction in the federal funds rate, setting the new target range at 4.25% to 4.5%
The FOMC reduced the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 4.5%–4.75%, citing solid GDP growth, easing inflation, and resilient labor markets. Despite progress, core inflation at 2.7% remains elevated, and risks in commercial real estate and household debt warrant monitoring.
Effective communication, transparency, and a data-driven approach are integral to the central bank’s efforts to promote sustainable economic growth, job creation, and price stability.
The Federal Funds Rate is a critical tool for managing an economy’s money supply, inflation, and economic growth.
The global bond market is estimated to be around $128 trillion USD in size, comprising various debt securities issued by governments, corporations, and other entities. It remains an important source of financing for governments and corporations, playing a crucial role in the global economy.
Banking crises have provided valuable lessons for promoting financial stability and preventing future crises.
The fractional reserve system stimulates lending and economic growth, but carries inherent risks of inflation and financial instability.
Is the Federal Reserve effectively balancing inflation and economic growth?
Stay informed of Federal Reserve monetary policy to anticipate stock market trends.
Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) Minutes Summary: November 6–7, 2024
Policy Over Profits: The Fed and the S&P 500
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Federal Reserve’s Dual Mandate
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