Wall Street strategists are generally pretty optimistic about the prospects for stocks in 2026. But this sunny outlook is very much dependent on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy maneuverings, as ...

The U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates three times in 2025, which followed three cuts in 2024. Inflation remains elevated, which would normally prevent further reductions, but the soaring ...

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Wednesday closed up by +0.67%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up by +1.05%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Stock market rose to near all-time highs after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates, with investors optimistic ...

Chairman Powell's term ends in May, and speculators currently see the most likely replacement is one of two Kevins. Odds ...

• The Federal Reserve cut interest rates Wednesday by a quarter point as expected, lowering borrowing costs for the third time this year. • Wall Street rallied after Fed Chair Jerome Powell ruled out ...

NEW YORK, Dec 10 (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve cut interest rates on Wednesday in another divided vote, but signaled it will likely pause further reductions in borrowing costs as officials look for ...

Better reports that Fed rate cuts can influence mortgage rates, but unpredictably; housing buyers should focus on personal ...

NEW YORK, Dec 10 (Reuters) - Major stock indexes jumped while U.S. Treasury yields declined on ‌Wednesday after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates as expected and ‌investors remained hopeful about ...

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the third time this year on Wednesday, sending stocks on a rally. The move brought a sigh of relief for investors, who were skeptical about another rate cut ...