The Federal Reserve (FED) has begun the countdown to its interest rate decision meeting for March. Interest rate decisions that create significant impact in global markets are closely monitored by dollar, gold, stock, and cryptocurrency investors. Especially the interest rate decision to be taken based on inflation data, unemployment rates, and economic growth indicators will play a critical role in determining the direction of the markets. Prior to the FED meeting to be held in March, investors have started turning to safe havens considering risk factors. Recent market fluctuations and the atmosphere of uncertainty are causing investors to act cautiously. The interest rate announced by the FED may directly affect global markets, leading to significant fluctuations in the value of the dollar, gold prices, stock indices, and the cryptocurrency market. In particular, the decision to increase or keep interest rates stable can cause positive or negative reactions in the markets. Interest rate hikes usually lead to dollar appreciation and exits from risky assets, while interest rate cuts or keeping them stable may allow investors to take on more risks. Therefore, the decision the FED will make in March is of great importance for the markets.

So, when will the FED interest rate decision for March be announced? The date of the meeting held by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) of the Federal Reserve and the effects of the decision on the markets are eagerly awaited by investors. The second Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting of the Federal Reserve (FED) in the year 2025 will be held on March 19, 2025. The interest rate decision will be announced on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 22:00 after the meeting. The Federal Reserve (Fed) ended the possibility of further tightening in monetary policy at the first meeting of the year, while signaling that interest rate cuts will not start as early as March. In price pricings in money markets, expectations that the Fed will keep its policy rate stable in March rose to 64%, while the expectation for a rate cut fell to 36%.