The Federal Reserve's recent pronouncements on the future trajectory of Quantitative Tightening (QT) have injected a new dimension of complexity into the financial landscape. The post-FOMC press conference on December 13, 2024, featuring Federal Reserve Chair Powell's insights, initially suggested a status quo in the pace of QT. However, the subsequent release of FOMC minutes unveiled a nuanced tapestry of perspectives within the Committee. This article undertakes an exploration of the technical intricacies that may guide the Federal Reserve's decision-making process regarding the reduction of its securities holdings ... (full story)