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American Focus > Blog > Economy > Fed rate decision November 2024:
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Fed rate decision November 2024:

Last updated: November 9, 2024 5:40 am
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The Federal Reserve made a significant decision to lower interest rates for the second time in a row, albeit at a slower pace than before. The Federal Open Market Committee reduced its benchmark overnight borrowing rate by a quarter percentage point to a target range of 4.50%-4.75%. This move, which influences consumer debt instruments such as mortgages, credit cards, and auto loans, was widely expected by the markets.

Stocks closed positively after the meeting, with the Nasdaq leading the major averages with a 1.5% rally. Both the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 closed at record highs, while Treasury yields plunged after the previous day’s surge.

The post-meeting statement highlighted a few changes in the Fed’s view of the economy, including a shift in how it assesses the effort to bring down inflation while supporting the labor market. The committee now sees the risks to achieving its employment and inflation goals as being roughly in balance.

Fed officials have been justifying their easing mode for policy by emphasizing the importance of supporting employment as much as arresting inflation. Fed Chair Jerome Powell has spoken about the need to recalibrate policy to align with an economy where inflation is drifting back to the central bank’s 2% target while the labor market shows signs of softening.

There is uncertainty surrounding how far the Fed will need to go with cuts as the economy continues to show solid growth and inflation remains a concern for U.S. households. GDP growth in the third quarter was slightly below expectations but still above the historical trend. The labor market has remained strong, despite some recent challenges such as a minimal increase in nonfarm payrolls in October.

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The decision to cut rates comes amid a changing political landscape, with President-elect Donald Trump’s victory in the recent election. Economists anticipate challenges for inflation under his policies, but the Fed remains focused on its mandate regardless of the political environment.

Questions have arisen about the pace of future rate cuts and what the terminal point will be for the Fed. Traders expect another quarter-point cut in December, followed by a pause in January to assess the impact of previous cuts. The Fed’s goal is to achieve a “soft landing” for the economy, bringing down inflation without causing a recession.

Overall, the Fed’s decision to lower interest rates reflects its continued efforts to support the economy and maintain a balance between inflation and employment goals. The path forward will depend on various economic factors and the evolving political landscape, but the Fed remains committed to its mandate of promoting stable economic growth.

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