The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates at 3.5% to 3.75% during its latest meeting, citing inflationary pressures linked to geopolitical conflict with Iran and rising energy costs.This decision likely marks the final meeting for Jerome Powell, who faces a leadership transition as Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh as his successor.Persistent inflation, including a 0.9% monthly spike, has kept borrowing costs high for consumers while fueling dissent among committee members.