The so-called dot-plot, which indicates individual members' expectations for rates, showed officials see interest rates falling to 3.9% by the end of 2025.
S&P Global, Edmunds and Cox Automotive expect new auto sales to increase year-over-year by 2.5% or less to achieve the industry's best results since 2019.
Nissan and Honda are understood to be exploring a blockbuster merger as the two rival companies seek to stay competitive on the road to full electrification.