The next Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting is scheduled for October 27-28, 2026. The Federal Reserve is expected to announce its interest-rate decision on Wednesday, October 28, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time, followed by the Chair's press conference at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Next FOMC meeting | October 27-28, 2026 |
| Interest-rate decision | October 28, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET |
| Chair's press conference | October 28, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. ET |
| Following FOMC meeting | December 8-9, 2026 |
The previous FOMC meeting was held on September 15-16, 2026. The dates listed on the Fed's annual calendar are scheduled dates and may be formally confirmed at the preceding meeting.