"…Those figures suggest inflation is largely coming under control, for now."

"…There are many developments ahead, even in the near term, developments are expected on tariffs."

"…Uncertainty about the economic outlook has diminished but remains elevated."

"…The decision comes as policymakers weigh signs of a weakening economy."

"…It may be especially good news for retirees, who are usually advised to keep a year’s worth of living expenses in interest-bearing accounts so that they won’t have to sell stocks from their portfolio when the market is down."

"…The economy could soon buckle as Trump’s tariffs begin to force shoppers to pull back on their spending, eventually sending unemployment higher as company profits take a hit."

"…The Federal Reserve decided Wednesday to maintain interest rates at 4.25%-4.5% despite constant pressure from the Republican president, who shows little respect for the central bank’s independence."

"…For now, analysts say the Fed remains in wait-and-see mode."

"…The economic backdrop is worrisome, with signs that the job market is slowing down and inflation pressures persisting."

"…The combination of high debt and rising bond yields can be costly not just for the government but also for taxpayers."

"…The Fed last lowered interest rates in December, bringing its benchmark short-term rate to a range of 4.25% to 4.5%."

"…The combination of persistent uncertainty alongside solid economic performance may prompt the Fed to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday."

"…With the economy potentially pulling in both directions, Powell and other Fed officials have underscored in recent remarks that they are prepared to wait for clearer signals on which way to move."

"…The central bank also expects inflation to worsen in the coming months, but it still foresees two interest rate cuts by the end of this year, the same as it had projected in March."

"…Keeping the rate unchanged would signal ongoing caution from the Fed as it continues to monitor how Mr. Trump's economic policies will play out."

"…The Federal Reserve maintained its position that the economy was stable, even as uncertainty among participants was rising."

"…The overall expectation from Wall Street is that there will be no change in the base rate, but here are some of the headline factors which may be influencing Chair Powell’s final decision to be announced later today."

"…Those figures suggest inflation is largely coming under control, for now."

"…Mortgage rates, which have been stuck near 7% for the past several months, are likely to stay higher for longer."

"…With interest rate cuts on pause for now, here's how you can focus on saving more and spending less where it counts."

"…Although the federal funds rate only directly dictates lending between banks, the central bank's monetary adjustments are typically passed on to consumers, affecting financing rates on loans and credit cards."

"…With interest rates currently holding steady, there's still time to maximize your earnings with a high-yield savings account or CD."

"…Prospective homebuyers who have been waiting for mortgage rates to drop for the past few years may soon have to adjust to the "higher for longer" rate environment, with mortgage loan rates fluctuating between 5% and 7% over the longer term."

"…Mortgage rates are likely to stay in the 6.75% to 7.25% range unless the Fed signals multiple cuts and backs up their policy with data."

"…Despite elevated uncertainty, the economy is in a solid position as the unemployment rate remains low and the labor market is at or near maximum employment."

"…The president added, "We have a man who just refuses to lower the Fed rate. Just refuses to do it. And he's not a smart person.""

"…The Fed is widely expected to leave interest rates unchanged this week, which would make it four straight meetings in which the central bank has left rates unchanged."

"…The Federal Reserve on Wednesday once again left interest rates unchanged and kept its forecast for two cuts later this year — but said uncertainty on the economic impact of President Trump’s tariffs has “diminished.”"

"…The Fed kept its key rate unchanged for the fourth straight meeting Wednesday, and said the economy is expanding at “a solid pace.”"

"…Yet the Fed’s short-term interest rate remains at an elevated level intended to slow growth and inflation."

"…The Fed is in “an uncomfortable purgatory,” said Diane Swonk, chief economist at accounting giant KPMG."

"…However, Powell has a different set of priorities."

"…The housing market would be in much better shape if Chairman Powell does this."

"…The Fed's decision on Wednesday to leave the policy rate in its current 4.25%-4.50% range was unanimous."

"…The central bank is signaling that while it may still cut rates this year, those cuts—if they come—will be modest and contingent on further declines in inflation."

"…The Fed’s decision to maintain its target range at 4.25% to 4.5% met economists’ expectations."

"…The U.S. central bank says the U.S. economy remains solid but the outlook has ‘diminished.’"