The US Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady at 4.25%-4.5%, halting rate cuts after a 100 basis point reduction since September. Market expectations for a rate cut have shifted to June. Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned that if inflation remains stubborn or the labor market weakens, rates could stay higher for longer or be further eased. Political factors may influence the decision.
Apple briefly tops $5 trillion in market value, second after Nvidia; unveils iPhone leasing scheme
Apple briefly surpassed $5 trillion in market value, becoming only the second company after Nvidia to reach the historic milestone.