Last mentioned: Feb 23, 2026
Rate Decision Announcement
The Fed will announce whether it will cut, hold, or raise interest rates based on the data discussed by Waller.
Rate Decision
The Fed announces its decision on whether to cut, hold, or raise interest rates.
FOMC Meeting Begins
The Federal Open Market Committee starts its two-day policy meeting to determine interest rates.
FOMC Meeting Starts
The Federal Reserve begins 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.
Jobs Report
Anticipated release of key labor market data for February.
Waller Policy Signal
Governor Waller links the March rate decision to labor market performance during a speech in Washington.
Waller Speech
Governor Waller addresses NABE, linking March rate decisions to labor data.
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller signaled that the central bank's March interest rate decision will depend entirely on upcoming labor market reports. This data-dependent stance introduces fresh uncertainty for venture capital markets and late-stage startups awaiting a definitive pivot to lower borrowing costs.
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.