What to expect from today’s Fed meeting?

Markets are awaiting the results of the Federal Reserve meeting today, amid expectations for a slower rate hike.

The Fed is anticipated to raise interest rates by 50 basis points, after the 75 bps hikes announced in the last four meetings. 

The US Central Bank lifted interest rates six times this year to a range of 3.75% and 4%.  

Investors are also waiting for the Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s statement in the press conference, to be held after the meeting.  

Dear Reader: What do you expect from the Fed decision? What about its impact on markets?