Last mentioned: Feb 24, 2026
Rate Decision Announcement
The Fed will announce whether it will cut, hold, or raise interest rates based on the data discussed by Waller.
FOMC Meeting Begins
The Federal Open Market Committee starts its two-day policy meeting to determine interest rates.
February Jobs Report
Expected release of key employment data that Waller identified as the primary decision catalyst.
Asia Markets Reopen
China and Japan markets reopen to a weaker dollar and renewed trade turmoil.
EU Trade Delay
European Parliament decides to postpone a vote on the EU-U.S. trade deal.
Waller Policy Signal
Governor Waller links the March rate decision to labor market performance during a speech in Washington.
Tariff Hike Announced
Trump announces increase of temporary tariffs from 10% to 15% following SCOTUS ruling.
The U.S. dollar is under pressure following a Supreme Court ruling that limited President Trump's emergency tariff powers, triggering a retaliatory 15% blanket tariff hike. Global markets are bracing for renewed trade volatility as the administration targets key industrial sectors with national security duties.
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller stated that his support for an interest-rate cut at the March 17-18 meeting depends entirely on upcoming employment data. Speaking at a National Association for Business Economics event, Waller signaled a shift toward balancing the Fed's dual mandate as inflation risks stabilize.