Washington D.C. – December 10, 2025 – The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite index experienced a modest but significant uplift today, rising 0.3% to 0.4% following the Federal Reserve's widely anticipated decision to cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point. This move, which brings the federal funds rate
The S&P 500 Index is currently navigating an intriguing landscape, trading consistently near its all-time record highs as of December 2025. This robust performance is largely influenced by a recent, widely anticipated interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, which has injected a renewed sense of optimism into equity
Shares of sensor manufacturer Sensata Technology (NYSE:ST)
jumped 4.7% in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate, boosting investor confidence across the market.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-percentage point, signaling a more accommodative monetary policy.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points, signaling a potential boost for consumer spending.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-percentage point, signaling a more accommodative monetary policy.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve delivered its third and final interest rate cut of the year, lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (0.25%) to a 3.50%-3.75% range.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve delivered its third and final interest rate cut of the year, lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (0.25%) to a 3.50%-3.75% range.
New York, NY – December 10, 2025 – The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experienced a significant surge today, climbing nearly 500 points and at one point soaring 580 points, following the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate decision. This robust rally, pushing the blue-chip index above the 48,000 mark for the
The Federal Reserve concluded its final meeting of 2025 on December 10th with a widely anticipated decision to lower its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, setting the new target range at 3.50% to 3.75%. This move, the third such reduction this year, signals the central bank's
Shares of semiconductor photomask manufacturer Photronics (NASDAQ:PLAB) jumped 43.9% in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate, boosting investor confidence across the market.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-percentage point, signaling a more accommodative monetary policy.
Shares of auto parts and accessories retailer Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP) jumped 7.2% in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve delivered its third and final interest rate cut of the year, lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (0.25%) to a 3.50%-3.75% range.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points, signaling a potential boost for consumer spending. This dovish action, combined with highly accommodating signals from Chair Jerome Powell and the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), sent the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 surging.
The market's bullish reaction was rooted in several key takeaways from the Fed's announcement. Most significantly, the central bank confirmed it would begin expanding its balance sheet by buying short-term bonds, a move that injects critical liquidity and lowers short-term Treasury yields. Furthermore, the Fed signaled a shift in priority by removing language that described the labor market as "remaining low," suggesting it would be more focused on supporting economic growth.
While the Fed's official forecast projected only one cut for the next year, traders immediately priced in the expectation of more aggressive easing, banking on at least two rate reductions. This widespread anticipation of sustained, low borrowing costs and the virtual certainty that rate hikes would be off the table boosted corporate valuations and created powerful momentum for the equity market rally.
Shares of regional banking company Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL) jumped 4.2% in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve delivered its third and final interest rate cut of the year, lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (0.25%) to a 3.50%-3.75% range.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-percentage point, signaling a more accommodative monetary policy.
Shares of young adult apparel retailer Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE:ANF) jumped 7.8% in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve delivered its third and final interest rate cut of the year, lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (0.25%) to a 3.50%-3.75% range.
Shares of leading data storage manufacturer Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC)
jumped 6.7% in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate, boosting investor confidence across the market.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-percentage point, signaling a more accommodative monetary policy.
Shares of memory chips maker Micron (NYSE:MU)
jumped 4.1% in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate, boosting investor confidence across the market.
Shares of athletic apparel brand Nike (NYSE:NKE)
jumped 4% in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points, signaling a potential boost for consumer spending.
Let's have a look at what is happening on the US markets after the closing bell on Wednesday. Below you can find the top gainers and losers in today's after hours session.
Shares of rail equipment company Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies (NYSE:WAB)
jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve delivered its third and final interest rate cut of the year, lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (0.25%) to a 3.50%-3.75% range.
Shares of e-commerce platform Shopify (NYSE:SHOP) jumped 5% in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve delivered its third and final interest rate cut of the year, lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (0.25%) to a 3.50%-3.75% range.
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Manufacturing company Nordson (NASDAQ:NDSN) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales flat year on year at $751.8 million. Next quarter’s revenue guidance of $650 million underwhelmed, coming in 0.9% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.03 per share was 3.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
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Semiconductor production equipment provider Amtech Systems (NASDAQ:ASYS) reported Q3 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 17.7% year on year to $19.84 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $19 million was less impressive, coming in 2.6% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.10 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Earth imaging satellite company Planet Labs (NYSE:PL) reported Q3 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 32.6% year on year to $81.25 million. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($78 million at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 6.3% above what analysts were expecting. Its non-GAAP loss of $0 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.
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The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Wednesday closed up by +0.67%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +1.05%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up by +0.42%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) rose +...
The Dow carried its gains through the close, finishing up 497 points after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points for the third -- and final -- time this year.
