[Analyst: Powell's Press Conference Expected to Avoid Discussing Post-Tenure Plans] Odaily Planet Daily News – Pepperstone analyst Michael Brown stated that there is almost no change in the policy statement, although the assessment of economic conditions has been upgraded to reflect a 'solid' growth pace. He noted that attention will shift to the press conference, where Federal Reserve Chairman Powell may mention that the current federal funds rate is within a reasonable estimated range of the neutral rate, but he is likely to firmly avoid any questions regarding his plans after May. (Jin10)