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Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady After Aggressive Hikes, Remains Cautious on Inflation Outlook

  • Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady at 5.25-5.5% after series of hikes in 2022-2023.

  • Fed remains cautious on inflation outlook, open to further rate increases if needed.

  • Bitcoin price sees volatility around Fed announcement, holding support above $27,000.

  • Fed median forecast still projects 1 more rate hike in 2023 to around 5.6%.

  • Fed Chair Powell hints rates to remain elevated through 2024-2025 to combat inflation.

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