Wall Street traded higher as the clock ticks closer towards the US Federal Reserve's policy decision on Wednesday. The Dow Jones climbed to hit a new record high, while S&P 500 traded cautiously and Nasdaq gained marginally. The dollar is testing 100, trading closer to the level. Although investors are predicting a pause in key federal fund rates, but if Kevin Warsh, the new chair of the Fed, hikes rates, it will send the market into a frenzy.
Earlier this week, the Reserve Bank of Australia kept policy rates unchanged to 4.35%, but Bank of Japan did the shocking by hiking key benchmark rates by 25 basis points to 1%.
Kevin Warsh, backed by US President Donald Trump, is the newly elected chair of Fed, replacing Jerome Powerll. June 17th policy will be his first, and many are expecting that he will mostly not surrender to a 'dot' to the FOMC's quarterly rate projections.
Although, a pause in rates is expected, investors will eye Warsh's speech which could be more hawkish. Any dovish view is also on the cards.
As per ING, markets may also be surprised by a rethink of the Fed's balance sheet, which Warsh would be keen to reduce significantly. We're still in the dark about how to achieve this.
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Jun 17, 2026, 11:56 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: Watch Kevin Warsh's Press Conference Live Here
Live press conference of Kevin Warsh after FOMC decided to hold rates.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:40 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: FED Voted 12-0 For Status Quo
The Federal Open Market Committee approved the following statement for release by a 12 – 0 vote.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:39 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: FOMC Says, Inflation Remains Elevated
Inflation remains elevated relative to the Committee's 2 percent goal, in part reflecting supply shocks that have driven price increases in certain sectors, including energy. The Committee will deliver price stability: FOMC
Economic activity is expanding at a solid pace despite elevated uncertainty that owes, in part, to the conflict in the Middle East. Productivity growth and capital investment are strong. Job gains have kept pace with the workforce, and the unemployment rate has changed little: FOMC.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:39 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: Fed Decides To Keep Rates Unchanged
The Committee decided to maintain the target range for the federal funds rate at 3-1/2 to 3-3/4 percent, in support of the Federal Reserve's dual mandate. The Committee reaffirmed its policy of maintaining ample reserves in the banking system: FOMC
Jun 17, 2026, 11:02 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: What To Expect From Kevin Warsh During His Speech?
Kevin Warsh is expected to keep rates unchanged, highlight technology-driven productivity gains, support balance-sheet reduction, acknowledge strong growth and inflation, and emphasize that future rate decisions remain data-dependent amid evolving economic risks. Here's what ING is expecting from Kevin Warsh in his first speech as Fed chair.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:02 pm IST
US FED FOMC Meeting Live: ING's expectations for the Federal Reserve's central projections
Improved economic momentum and elevated inflation suggest the Federal Reserve will acknowledge the possibility of a future rate hike via new forecasts. New Chair Kevin Warsh isn’t a fan of forward guidance though and will likely remain non-committal in his first press conference: ING Report.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:02 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: Unanimous vote for stable rates
In terms of Wednesday’s FOMC meeting, we expect the Fed to leave monetary policy unchanged, but we do expect a statement that puts greater emphasis on the possibility of an interest rate rise. Remember that last time, Stephen Miran, who has since vacated his governor position for newly appointed Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, voted for a rate cut while three other FOMC members – Beth Hammack, Neel Kashkari and Lorie Logan – wanted the removal of the perceived “easing bias”. The minutes to the meeting subsequently suggested more officials were uncomfortable with the language of the statement, and so we expect to see a unanimous vote in favour of keeping policy unchanged, but with a hawkish shift on language. With Miran gone, we doubt that Kevin Warsh will choose to dissent against all the other 11 members by voting for a rate cut, despite his appointment as chair by a president who has demanded lower rates: ING Report.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:02 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: Inflation and regained momentum swing hawkishly
Optimism is rising that we are inching closer to a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but even with a deal, global energy prices will likely remain elevated until at least early 2027. European and Asian inventory rebuilding will keep a strong bid in markets through the second half of the year. At the same time, uncertainty over the scale of damage to infrastructure in the region and the willingness of shipping companies to put their vessels back potentially into harms way, should the deal subsequently fail, limits supply. In consequence, we expect no real relief from higher prices this year: ING Report.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:56 pm IST
US Stock Market Live: Dollar Tests 100
The dollar index hovered around 99.6 on Wednesday, trading broadly sideways as investors awaited the FOMC decision later in the day. The Fed is widely expected to leave the federal funds rate unchanged, but investors will focus closely on forward guidance and the latest economic projections. The meeting will also be the first chaired by Kevin Warsh, with doubts arising over whether he will submit a “dot” in the FOMC’s quarterly Summary of Economic Projections, which outlines policymakers’ expectations for the future path of interest rates. Markets are currently pricing in at least one 25bps rate hike this year, although those expectations have eased slightly following reports of an interim US-Iran peace deal, as per Trading Economics.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:55 pm IST
US Fed Meeting FOMC Live Updates: How Fed Policy Will Impact Gold Silver?
Technically, COMEX Gold continues to find support near 80, while the immediate resistance zone is placed between 50–80. A decisive break on either side of this range could determine the next directional move. For now, traders are likely to remain cautious ahead of the Fed outcome and further developments on the US-Iran negotiations: Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst - Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:54 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: Fed Policy Decision To Offer Next Course Of Trend In Indian Rupee
The market's focus is now firmly on the US Federal Reserve policy decision later tonight. While interest rates are widely expected to remain unchanged, investors will closely monitor the statement and comments from the new Fed Chairman for guidance on the future rate path, inflation outlook, and economic projections. The tone of the policy communication could have a significant impact on the dollar and emerging market currencies, including the rupee. For the near term, the rupee is expected to trade within a range of 94.00–94.85, with Fed commentary likely to provide the next directional trigger: Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst - Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:52 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting: How Fed Policy Will Impact Crypto Market?
For crypto and other risk assets, liquidity remains the primary driver. Geopolitical events may create temporary market swings, but the medium- to long-term direction will continue to be shaped by inflation trends, interest rate expectations, and the pace of monetary easing: Ashish Singhal, Co-founder and CEO, CoinSwitch.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:51 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: Will Kevin Warsh Keep Rates Unchanged?
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged at the upcoming FOMC meeting. The real focus, however, will be on the Fed's commentary around inflation, economic growth, and the future path of monetary policy. The meeting comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which have pushed up energy prices and could influence inflation expectations. While such developments can trigger short-term volatility across equities and crypto markets, these reactions are typically driven by uncertainty and tend to moderate as more clarity emerges: Ashish Singhal, Co-founder and CEO, CoinSwitch.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:50 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: Fed To Continue Broad Policy In Near Term
Overall, we expect Kevin Warsh to maintain broad policy continuity in the near term. Establishing credibility as the new Fed Chair will likely require maintaining a disciplined inflation-fighting stance while preserving policy flexibility. We expect him to emphasize that a rate cut remains possible later this year, provided inflation continues to moderate alongside lower energy prices. Markets are likely to view Warsh's first meeting positively, as it should reinforce continuity while preserving the possibility of future policy easing: Nachiketa Sawrikar Boston USA based fund manager.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:48 pm IST
US Fed Policy Live Updates: Where To Watch Kevin Warsh's Speech
You can watch FOMC chairman, Kevin Warsh's speech at official social media accounts of Fed. Check the link.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:45 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: What Time Fed Policy Be Announced In IST?
The US Federal Reserve will announce its policy decision at 11:30 PM IST on June 17, followed by Kevin Warsh's first Fed Chair press conference at midnight IST.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:44 pm IST
US Fed FOMC Meeting Live: What Should Investors Focus On?
Interest Rate Decision – Markets widely expect the Fed to keep rates unchanged.
Kevin Warsh's First Press Conference as Fed Chair.
Fed's Economic Projections (Dot Plot) for clues on future rate moves.
Comments on Inflation and Growth amid easing Middle East tensions.
Impact on Dollar, Gold, US Stocks and Bond Yields following the announcement.
Investors will closely watch interest rates, economic projections, inflation outlook, and signals on future monetary policy.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:23 pm IST
American Market Live: What Is Impacting US Stock Market Today?
US stock indices were mostly higher on Wednesday amid a rebound for chip stocks ahead of the Federal Reserve's likely hold during the session. The S&P 500 was flat and the Dow held at its record of 52,000, while the Nasdaq gained 0.3%. Iran and the US remained on track to sign their agreement by Friday, which will restore the export of energy from all countries in the Persian Gulf and remove sanctions on Iran, softening concerns of energy-drive inflation. The Fed is due to holds rate but should unveil hints on its outlook with a fresh SEP, and Chairman Warsh could unveil timelines on framework changes he previously called for. Nvidia edged higher and SpaceX gained for its fourth session since its IPO with support from the acquisition of Cursor. Marvell and AMD rose more than 2%, while Intel gained 2% as its new chip reached risk production, as per Trading Economics.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:22 pm IST
American Market Live: S&P 500 Trades Cautious
Unlike Dows and Nasdaq, the S&P 500 index is trading cautiously around 7,500 levels. The benchmark has touched an intraday high and low of 7,511.35 and 7,489.94 respectively in the opening bell.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:21 pm IST
American Market Live: Nasdaq Under Pressure
As market predicts a pause in rates, the Nasdaq Composite index looses steam. The tech-heavy index is currently trading at 26,312.59, down by 63.75 points or 0.24%.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:20 pm IST
American Market Live: Dow Jones Hit New Record
The Dow Jones Industrial Average index has touched a new record high of 52,281.19 ahead of the FOMC meeting outcomes.
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