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Wall Street slides as rate cut optimism fades, tech giants in focus

Andrew Carson
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Stocks fell on Wednesday as investor hopes for early Federal Reserve rate cuts weakened, putting pressure on major indexes. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite posted losses, dragged down by concerns that policymakers may keep interest rates higher for longer. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also declined as Treasury yields climbed, reflecting growing uncertainty in financial markets.

Federal Reserve officials signaled patience on monetary easing, reinforcing the view that rate cuts may not come as quickly as investors anticipated. Recent economic data showed stubborn inflation and a resilient labor market, reducing expectations that the central bank will adjust its policy soon. Markets had previously priced in a rate cut as early as March, but traders are now adjusting to a later timeline.

Tech stocks, which have driven much of the market’s rally, took center stage as earnings from major players such as Apple, Microsoft, and Alphabet were set to be released. Investors are watching closely to assess whether strong corporate results can offset concerns over tightening financial conditions. The sector has been particularly sensitive to interest rate outlooks, as higher borrowing costs weigh on growth expectations.

Shares of major tech companies saw mixed performance ahead of earnings reports. Nvidia and Amazon edged lower, while Tesla and Meta held steady despite broader market declines. Analysts warn that even strong earnings may not be enough to prevent further market volatility if the Fed maintains a restrictive stance.

Bond markets reacted sharply to the Fed’s stance, with the 10-year Treasury yield climbing above 4%, signaling reduced confidence in imminent rate cuts. The U.S. dollar strengthened against major currencies as investors moved toward safer assets. Meanwhile, gold prices remained steady as traders balanced inflation concerns against monetary policy uncertainty.

With markets adjusting to a more hawkish Fed outlook, investors are shifting focus to upcoming labor data and inflation reports. While corporate earnings remain a key driver, the broader concern remains whether the economy can sustain its momentum without central bank intervention.

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