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US Fed holds rates steady for third straight meeting amid US Iran uncertainty for India stocks
Economy
Published on 30 April 2026
The vote was split, signaling looming rate tension
The US Federal Reserve has kept its benchmark interest rates unchanged at 3.5% to 3.75% for the third consecutive meeting. The decision, led by Chair Jerome Powell, reflects ongoing uncertainty tied to the US-Iran conflict. With the FOMC vote split, investors are watching what this policy stance could mean for liquidity, dollar trends, and India’s stock market sentiment.
- Fed maintains rates at 3.5% to 3.75% for a third straight meeting
- US-Iran conflict uncertainty continues to shape Fed thinking
- A split FOMC vote suggests disagreement over the path ahead
- India stocks may react through dollar and liquidity effects
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