Fed Rate Cut Triggers Stock Decline

18/12/2024 9 min
Fed Rate Cut Triggers Stock Decline

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U.S. stocks dropped despite the Federal Reserve's expected interest rate cut of 25 basis points.  This decline, impacting major indexes like the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq, followed the Fed's indication of slower rate cuts in 2025.  Real estate performed poorly, and while the overall market is still up year-to-date, the recent downturn raises concerns.  Investor reaction to the Fed's announcement and the subsequent rise in Treasury yields contributed to the market's negative performance.  Individual company performance varied, with some exceeding expectations while others underperformed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.