The Federal Reserve has announced a significant decision to cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points, bringing the federal funds rate target range down to between 3.75% and 4.00%. This move, the second such reduction in 2025, signals a proactive shift towards an easing monetary
In a financial landscape increasingly characterized by volatility and a relentless pursuit of growth, two ancient commodities, gold and copper, are re-emerging as unexpected titans, powering significant returns for investors. Gold, the perennial safe haven, has shattered records, surging past unprecedented price points, while copper, the indispensable industrial metal, has
October 30, 2025 – In a significant market shift observed today, the S&P 500 index found itself under considerable pressure, primarily weighed down by the disappointing performances of technology giants Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT). This downturn in the tech sector, however, was counterbalanced by a robust
New York, NY – October 30, 2025 – The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) found itself in a tug-of-war today, as investors grappled with a barrage of mixed signals stemming from the latest round of big tech earnings reports and ongoing, nuanced developments in US-China trade relations. The blue-chip index experienced a
Construction equipment company Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) reported Q3 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 9.5% year on year to $17.64 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $4.95 per share was 9.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
The global financial landscape is currently navigating a turbulent period marked by the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cuts and a concurrent U.S. government shutdown. These twin events, unfolding in September and October 2025, have injected a potent mix of stimulus and uncertainty into markets worldwide. While the Fed's
As the trading day concluded on October 29, 2025, the S&P 500 Industrials Sector found itself navigating a complex and somewhat subdued market landscape. While explicit, sector-wide performance highlights were scarce in today's news flow, the broader market sentiment, characterized by mixed conditions and a notable dip in the
New York, NY – October 29, 2025 – As the closing bell tolled on Wall Street today, the financial markets presented a nuanced picture, with the venerable Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experiencing a modest dip while other indices charted new territories. In this complex environment, chemical giant Dow Inc. (NYSE: DOW)
The artificial intelligence revolution, often perceived as a purely digital frontier of algorithms and data, is quietly forging an unexpected and robust demand for one of the oldest industrial commodities: iron ore. As AI technologies rapidly advance and integrate into every facet of modern life, the physical infrastructure required to
Stay informed about the performance of the S&P500 index one hour before the close of the markets on Wednesday. Uncover the top gainers and losers in today's session for valuable insights.
As October 29, 2025, dawns, financial markets are awash with an extraordinary wave of investor confidence, a sentiment so potent it is propelling major global indices to unprecedented record highs. This pervasive bullishness, underpinned by a potent cocktail of robust corporate earnings, groundbreaking technological innovation, and supportive economic policies, has
As October 2025 draws to a close, the financial markets are intently focused on the Federal Reserve's delicate balancing act: taming persistent inflation while supporting a softening labor market. Recent economic data, though partially obscured by an ongoing government shutdown, paints a picture of moderating, albeit still elevated, inflation alongside
Global stock markets are experiencing a significant surge, with major indices in the United States and Asia hitting or nearing record highs as of October 29, 2025. This widespread optimism is primarily fueled by the relentless enthusiasm surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) advancements, strong corporate earnings, and the pervasive expectation of
Shares of construction equipment company Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT)
jumped 12.3% in the afternoon session after the company reported strong third-quarter 2025 results that beat Wall Street's expectations for both revenue and profit.
Let's have a look at what is happening on the US markets in the middle of the day on Wednesday. Below you can find the top S&P500 gainers and losers in today's session.
