The Federal Reserve opted to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday, maintaining the benchmark range at 3.50% to 3.75%, as policymakers navigated an increasingly complex economic landscape shaped by geopolitical tensions and inflationary pressures. The decision, approved by the Federal Open Market Committee, reflects a cautious stance amid mounting uncertainties tied to the potential escalation … The post Rates unchanged, risks elevated as Fed holds on to cautious policy appeared first on Times Kuwait .