What Rate Does the Fomc Set

Fed Funds Rate from 2019 to 2021Oct. 30, 20191.50%–1.75%Dec. 11, 20191.50%–1.75%Jan. 29, 20201.50%–1.75%March 3, 20201.00%–1.25%

Does the FOMC set the discount rate?

The Federal Open Markets Committee (FOMC) sets a target for the Fed funds rate, which it pursuits through the open sale and purchase of U.S. Treasuries, whereas the discount rate is reached solely through review by the board of governors.

What is the current Fed fund rate 2021?

Nov 2021:0.08Oct 2021:0.08Sep 2021:0.08Aug 2021:0.09Jul 2021:0.10

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