FOMC Federal Fund Rate Tracker [MHA Finverse]The FOMC Rate Tracker is a comprehensive indicator that visualizes Federal Reserve interest rate decisions and tracks market behavior during FOMC meeting periods. This tool helps traders analyze historical rate changes and anticipate market movements around Federal Open Market Committee announcements.
Key Features:
• Visual FOMC Periods - Automatically highlights each FOMC meeting period with colored boxes spanning from announcement to the next meeting
• Complete Rate Data - Displays actual rates, forecasts, previous rates, and rate differences for every meeting from 2021-2026
• Multiple Color Modes - Choose between cycle colors for visual distinction or rate difference colors (green for hikes, red for cuts, gray for holds)
• Smart Filtering - Filter periods by rate hikes only, cuts only, no change, or surprise moves to focus on specific market conditions
• Performance Metrics - Track average returns during rate hikes, cuts, and holds to identify historical patterns
• Volatility Analysis - Measure and compare price volatility across different FOMC periods
• Statistical Dashboard - View total hikes, cuts, holds, surprises, and longest hold streaks at a glance
• Built-in Alerts - Get notified 1 day before FOMC meetings, on meeting day, or when rates change
How It Works:
The indicator divides your chart into distinct periods between FOMC meetings, with each period showing a labeled box containing the meeting date, actual rate, forecast, previous rate, and rate difference. Future meetings are marked as "UPCOMING" to help you prepare for scheduled announcements.
Use Cases:
- Analyze how markets typically react to rate hikes vs. cuts
- Identify volatility patterns around FOMC announcements
- Backtest strategies based on monetary policy cycles
- Plan trades around upcoming Federal Reserve meetings
- Study the impact of surprise rate decisions on price action
Customization Options:
- Adjustable box transparency and outlines
- Customizable label sizes and colors
- Toggle individual dashboards on/off
- Filter specific types of rate decisions
- Configure alert preferences
This indicator is ideal for traders who incorporate fundamental analysis and monetary policy into their trading decisions. The historical data provides context for understanding market reactions to Federal Reserve actions.
