Nasdaq futures up as chip stocks rise ahead of Fed decision
Futures tied to the Nasdaq gained on Wednesday as semiconductor-related stocks rose after chip equipment maker ASML's quarterly orders topped estimates, with focus also on a raft of company results and the Federal Reserve's rate verdict later in the day.
Stocks Stir as Tech Giants and Federal Decisions Create Market Ripples
The stock markets are bracing for a volatile day as losses in tech giants Apple and Nvidia might prevent broader gains. The focus shifts to the U.S. Federal Reserve's interest-rate decision. Meanwhile,
Stocks Set to Open Higher With All Eyes on Fed Rate Decision and Big Tech Earnings
On the economic data front, investors will focus on U.S. Wholesale Inventories data, which is set to be released in a couple of hours. Economists expect the preliminary December figure to be +0.2% m/m, compared to -0.2% m/m in November.
Chip stocks lift Nasdaq futures ahead of Fed rate decision
Nasdaq futures inched higher on Wednesday as chip sector stocks gained after quarterly orders for semiconductor equipment maker ASML exceeded expectations, while investors awaited the Federal Reserve's interest-rate decision later in the day.
Stock market today: Wall Street slips after the Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steady
U.S. stock indexes slipped Wednesday after the Federal Reserve opted not to cut interest rates for the first time since it began trying to help the economy through easier rates in September. The S&P 500 fell 0.
Stock market today: Wall Street mixed ahead of the Fed's rate decision
Anxiety over a Chinese startup’s threat to American artificial intelligence dominance faded further Wednesday as investors turned their focus to the Federal Reserve’s rate decision due later in the da
Stocks end down as Fed shifts inflation view. Nvidia slides on talk of China sales curb
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Nvidia Takes a Hit as Chinese AI Model Shakes Up Semiconductor Market
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Why AMD Stock Is Sinking Today
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Powell says Fed in no hurry to cut rates
The US Federal Reserve is in no “hurry” to adjust interest rates again, central bank Chairman Jerome Powell said on Wednesday ...
Top Stock Movers Now: Intel, Qorvo, Rivian, and More
U.S. equities were higher at midday Friday as positive reports on inflation raised investor optimism for more Federal Reserve rate cuts ahead.
DeepSeek AI Debut Sparks 10% Dive in Taiwan Semiconductor Stock
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Fed Holds Interest Rates: What Small Businesses Can Expect In The 1st Quarter Of 2025
Nonetheless, already there is a clash with President Trump, who believes interest rates are “far too high." On his Truth ...
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US Fed Meeting Highlights: Stocks fall as US central bank holds key interest rate steady
The US Federal Reserve decided to hold its key interest rate steady on Wednesday (January 29), maintaining it in the range of ...