Fed meeting live updates: Potential drama ahead if Powell hints he will hang around
By Christina Cheddar Berk
Published on April 29, 2026.
The Federal Reserve (Fed) policymakers are set to make a decision on interest rates at 2 p.m. ET on Wednesday, likely the last of Jerome Powell's tenure as chair. The market is expected to anticipate holding rates in a range of 3.5-3.75% as they monitor the labor market and inflation. Powell may continue to serve as a Fed governor to maintain the Fed's independence. This could be a significant moment for the future of the Fed.
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