FOMC April 2026 Meeting: Date, India Time to Watch Jerome Powell’s Speech LIVE Today & Fed Policy Decision

The Federal Reserve is set to announce the outcome of its latest monetary policy meeting on Wednesday, with global markets closely watching for signals on interest rates and the broader economic outlook. The decision follows a two-day meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), where policymakers reviewed inflation trends, labour market conditions and overall economic momentum in the United States.

US Fed Policy Announcement Date & Time: Check When & Where To Watch Jerome Powell's Speech LIVE Today

The two-day meeting of the FOMC is scheduled to take place from April 28 to April 29, 2026. The central bank will release its official policy statement at 2:00 PM Eastern Time (ET) on April 29.

Fed Policy Meeting Today: Check Powell's Press Conference India Time

For viewers in India, the time translates to 11:30 PM IST on the same day. Shortly after the announcement, Fed Chair Jerome Powell will address the media in a press conference scheduled for 12:00 midnight IST (April 30), where he is expected to elaborate on the committee's decision and respond to questions.

Fed April Meeting 2026 LIVE Streaming: Where To Watch FOMC Rate Cut Decision

The policy outcome and press conference will be streamed live through official platforms. Viewers can watch the announcement directly on the Federal Reserve's official website, as well as on its YouTube channel, ensuring real-time access to both the statement and Powell's remarks from anywhere.

FOMC Policy Decision Today: What To Expect

The Federal Reserve is widely expected to maintain a pause in its rate cycle at the conclusion of the April 2026 policy meeting, with the benchmark interest rate likely to remain in the range of 3.50% to 3.75%.

The anticipated status quo reflects lingering uncertainty around inflation trends and the resilience of the US labour market, prompting policymakers to adopt a cautious, data-dependent approach before making any further moves.

According to a Reuters report, market expectations remain firmly tilted toward a pause, with Fed funds futures indicating a 100% probability that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged at this meeting, and no policy easing likely until well into 2027.

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