FOMC Meeting Schedule 2025 & 2026

Complete Federal Reserve FOMC meeting dates, Fed meeting calendar, and interest rate decisions. Track when the next FOMC meeting is and how it may affect mortgage rates.

When Is the Next FOMC Meeting?

The next FOMC meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026, which is 29 days from today. The Federal Open Market Committee meets 8 times per year to set the federal funds rate. The decision will be announced at 2:00 PM ET on the second day of the meeting.

Next FOMC Meeting

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Decision announcement expected at 2:00 PM ET

29

days remaining

Current Rate

3.5% - 3.75%

Market Expectation

Hold / No Change

📅2025 Fed Meeting Schedule & Dates

Meeting DatesSEPDecisionRateStatus
Jan 28, 2025 - Jan 29, 2025-Hold4.25% - 4.50%✓ Completed
Mar 18, 2025 - Mar 19, 2025✓ SEPHold4.25% - 4.50%✓ Completed
May 6, 2025 - May 7, 2025-Hold4.25% - 4.50%✓ Completed
Jun 17, 2025 - Jun 18, 2025✓ SEP-25 bps4.00% - 4.25%✓ Completed
Jul 29, 2025 - Jul 30, 2025-Hold4.00% - 4.25%✓ Completed
Sep 16, 2025 - Sep 17, 2025✓ SEP-25 bps3.75% - 4.00%✓ Completed
Nov 4, 2025 - Nov 5, 2025-Hold3.75% - 4.00%✓ Completed
Dec 9, 2025 - Dec 10, 2025✓ SEP-25 bps3.50% - 3.75%✓ Completed

SEP = Summary of Economic Projections (includes dot plot and economic forecasts)

📅2026 Federal Reserve Meeting Calendar

Meeting DatesSEPStatus
Jan 27, 2026 - Jan 28, 2026-Upcoming
Mar 17, 2026 - Mar 18, 2026✓ SEPUpcoming
May 5, 2026 - May 6, 2026-Upcoming
Jun 16, 2026 - Jun 17, 2026✓ SEPUpcoming
Jul 28, 2026 - Jul 29, 2026-Upcoming
Sep 15, 2026 - Sep 16, 2026✓ SEPUpcoming
Nov 3, 2026 - Nov 4, 2026-Upcoming
Dec 15, 2026 - Dec 16, 2026✓ SEPUpcoming

📈Fed Interest Rate History & Decisions

FOMC Meeting FAQs - Your Questions Answered

What is the FOMC?

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is the monetary policymaking body of the Federal Reserve System. It consists of 12 members and meets eight times per year to set the federal funds rate target, which influences interest rates throughout the economy.

When is the next FOMC meeting?

The next FOMC meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2026, which is 29 days from today.

What time does the FOMC announce its decision?

The FOMC typically announces its interest rate decision at 2:00 PM Eastern Time on the second day of each two-day meeting. The Fed Chair holds a press conference at 2:30 PM ET following meetings that include the Summary of Economic Projections (SEP).

How many FOMC meetings are there per year?

The FOMC holds eight regularly scheduled meetings per year, approximately every six weeks. Four of these meetings include the Summary of Economic Projections (SEP), which contains the "dot plot" showing individual members' rate expectations.

How does the FOMC meeting affect mortgage rates?

While the Fed doesn't directly set mortgage rates, its federal funds rate target influences borrowing costs throughout the economy. When the Fed raises rates, mortgage rates typically increase. When the Fed cuts rates, mortgage rates often decrease. Calculate your mortgage payment →

What is the Summary of Economic Projections (SEP)?

The SEP is released four times per year and includes economic forecasts from FOMC participants. It contains the famous "dot plot" showing where each member expects the federal funds rate to be in the future, along with projections for GDP growth, unemployment, and inflation.

FOMC meeting dates sourced from Federal Reserve Board. Last updated: December 15, 2025