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Stock Market Today: Dow rises 383 points, S&P 500 and Nasdaq end sharply higher after Fed sticks with forecast for 2 cuts in 2025


Published on 2025-03-20 16:41:11 - MarketWatch
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  • Investors reacted to the Federal Reserve's decision to leave rates unchanged, by handing the S&P 500 its biggest percentage gain for a Fed day since last July. The Nasdaq Composite had its best Fed day since Nov.

The article from MarketWatch discusses the current state of the U.S. stock market, focusing on the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite, which are all showing marginal gains as investors await further economic indicators and Federal Reserve actions. Key points include a slight dip in Nvidia shares, reflecting broader concerns about tech valuations and potential regulatory scrutiny. The market is also reacting to recent economic data, including a drop in consumer confidence and ongoing discussions about inflation and interest rates. Investors are particularly attentive to any signals from the Federal Reserve regarding future monetary policy, with expectations of a possible rate hike pause or cut influencing market sentiment. Additionally, there's mention of sector-specific news, like energy stocks gaining from higher oil prices, and individual company updates, such as earnings reports and corporate announcements.

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