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US Fed cuts federal funds rate by 25 bps to 4-4.25%

18 Sep '25
2 min read
US Fed cuts federal funds rate by 25 bps to 4-4.25%
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Insights

  • US Federal Reserve cut the federal funds rate by 25 bps to 4.0–4.25 per cent, citing slower economic growth, softer job gains, and rising downside risks to employment.
  • Inflation remains above the 2 per cent target.
  • The Fed will continue reducing its securities holdings and signalled data-dependent decisions on further moves, keeping focus on supporting maximum employment and reducing inflation.
US Federal Reserve has lowered the target range for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 4.0–4.25 per cent, citing signs of moderating economic growth and rising downside risks to employment. Recent data indicate that economic activity slowed in the first half of the year, job gains have decelerated, and the unemployment rate, though still low, has edged up.

Inflation remains above the Fed’s 2 per cent target, with price pressures continuing to weigh on households and businesses. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) reiterated its commitment to achieving maximum employment and price stability, noting that uncertainty about the economic outlook remains elevated.

The central bank confirmed that it will continue reducing its holdings of Treasury securities, agency debt, and mortgage-backed securities to tighten financial conditions. It emphasised that any future changes to interest rates will be guided by incoming economic data, inflation expectations, and global developments, as per the FOMC statement.

The Fed stated it is prepared to adjust policy further if risks emerge that threaten progress toward its dual mandate. Market participants will closely watch upcoming data releases to gauge whether additional rate cuts are likely in the coming months.

ALCHEMPro News Desk (KD)

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