Fed Holds Rates Steady on June 17, While About Half of Policymakers Signal a Possible 2026 Hike; Bitcoin Trades Near 64500

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged on June 17 for a fourth straight meeting, but about half of policymakers indicated support for at least one hike before year end. Kevin Warsh chaired his first FOMC meeting after his May 2026 confirmation, as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent publicly referenced a single rate hike. Bitcoin traded near 64500 after the decision.