What was the Fed funds rate in 2015?

Yellen’s successor, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell, to signal an end to rate increases in early 2019. The Fed raised rates in 2015 with inflation running below the central bank’s 2% target.

When did Fed start raising rates?

On December 16, 2015 the Fed increased its key interest rate, the Federal Funds Rate, for the first time since June 2006. The hike was from the range [0%, 0.25%] to the range [0.25%, 0.5%].

When did the Fed raise rates after the financial crisis?

2008
The Federal Reserve’s approach to the implementation of monetary policy has evolved considerably since the financial crisis, and particularly so since late 2008 when the FOMC established a near-zero target range for the federal funds rate…

What is the lowest federal funds rate ever?

Between December 2008 and December 2015 the target rate remained at 0.00–0.25%, the lowest rate in the Federal Reserve’s history, as a reaction to the Financial crisis of 2007–2008 and its aftermath.

What is the lowest federal interest rate?

How does Watkins Associated Industries make a difference?

As a faith-based family company, we believe strongly in giving back and making a positive difference in our communities with the assets that have been entrusted to us. Through our Watkins Christian Foundation, we support a wide variety of faith based organizations in their efforts at home and abroad.

Where do Watkins Cattle Company graze their cattle?

As ranchers of this family owned and operated company in Ojai, California, we understand the delicate balance between nature and the human element. Our cattle graze openly on thousands of acres of lush ranches. They feed from the land and drink from crisp, natural waters that wind their way down the hillside.

What kind of mini Pak does Watkins use?

During the cutting process, packaging begins. Watkins uses a commercial grade Mini-Pak MVS-45-2 to remove all air from around the product and provide a watertight seal for product longevity and safety.

Who is the USDA inspector for Watkins Cattle Company?

Under direct supervision of a USDA official inspector, John Watkins and his experienced team begins the butchering and determines (based on inventory) what cuts of meat are to be cut for our case and for our restaurants or farmers markets.