Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady, Signals Cautious Pause at Start of 2026
Washington, D.C. | January 28, 2026 : The U.S. Federal Reserve on Wednesday kept interest rates unchanged, marking a cautious start to 2026 as policymakers weigh persistent inflation risks against signs of slowing economic momentum. The decision, announced after the Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) two-day meeting, confirms a pause in the easing cycle that …