empty
 
 

2025.06.1820:01:23UTC+00US Stocks Little Changed After Fed Decisions

On Wednesday, U.S. stocks experienced fluctuations as investors absorbed the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain current interest rates and considered Fed Chair Powell’s cautious comments amidst escalating geopolitical and economic uncertainties. The S&P 500 ended the day with a slight decrease, the Dow dropped by 44 points, while the Nasdaq saw a minor increase of 0.1%. Powell highlighted the Fed's cautious approach, given the uncertainty surrounding the inflationary impacts of President Trump’s tariffs and the potential risk of stagflation. Officials forecasted two rate cuts for 2025, although they also downgraded growth projections and raised inflation expectations.

Markets were further unsettled by increasing tensions in the Middle East. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran heightened concerns about possible wider U.S. involvement, contributing to a slight increase in oil prices. President Trump confirmed that Iran had shown an interest in negotiations but didn’t rule out military action, keeping the markets on edge. Additionally, shares of Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal each dropped over 4% following the passage of Congress's stablecoins act.

  • Grand Choice
    Contest by
    InstaForex
    InstaForex always strives to help you
    fulfill your biggest dreams.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • Chancy Deposit
    Deposit your account with $3,000 and get $1000 more!
    In August we raffle $1000 within the Chancy Deposit campaign!
    Get a chance to win by depositing $3,000 to a trading account. Having fulfilled this condition, you become a campaign participant.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • Trade Wise, Win Device
    Top up your account with at least $500, sign up for the contest, and get a chance to win mobile devices.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • 100% Bonus
    Your unique opportunity to get a 100% bonus on your deposit
    GET BONUS
  • 55% Bonus
    Apply for a 55% bonus on your every deposit
    GET BONUS
  • 30% Bonus
    Receive a 30% bonus every time you top up your account
    GET BONUS


Can't speak right now?
Ask your question in the chat.
Widget callback