The Federal Reserve has initiated its first interest rate cut since December, reducing it by a quarter-point to 4.1% due to growing concerns about the labor market’s health. Projections indicate two more cuts this year and one in 2026, despite investor expectations for more.
US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record highs, fueled by strong earnings and falling crude prices, marking their longest weekly gain streak since October 2024.
May 1, 2026