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What Is the Federal Funds Rate and How Does It Affect Consumers?


Abstract: The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) sets a target for the fed funds rate. That has ripple effects on mortgages, car loans and interest on savings.

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Publication Date: 2022-09-28