The financial world is abuzz with the near certainty of a 25-basis-point interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve in September 2025. This anticipated move, marking the first reduction of the year, signals a significant pivot in monetary policy, driven primarily by a discernible weakening in the labor market.
The United States economy finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with persistent inflationary pressures while the Federal Reserve navigates a delicate path toward potential interest rate adjustments. Recent data on both producer and consumer prices reveal an inflation landscape that, while showing some moderation, remains stubbornly above the central
Frankfurt, Germany – September 2025 – In a move largely anticipated by markets, the European Central Bank (ECB) opted in September 2025 to keep its key interest rates unchanged, maintaining a "steady hand" on monetary policy. This decision marks a significant divergence from the Federal Reserve (Fed) across the Atlantic, which is
Shares of global reinsurance company Everest Group (NYSE:EG) fell 2.5% in the morning session after Wolfe Research initiated coverage on the stock with an 'Underperform' rating.
Shares of global entertainment and media company Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD)
fell 7.8% in the morning session after TD Cowen downgraded the stock from a "Buy" to a "Hold" rating, citing a less favorable risk-reward profile.
Shares of semiconductor packaging and testing company Amkor Technology (NASDAQ:AMKR) jumped 4.6% in the morning session after the company was highlighted as a key partner in Apple's U.S. manufacturing strategy.
Shares of insurance and retirement company Lincoln National (NYSE:LNC) fell 3.2% in the morning session after Wolfe Research initiated coverage on the stock with an "Underperform" rating. The research firm, led by analyst Tracy Benguigui, set a price target of $37.00 for the financial services company. An "Underperform" rating suggests that the analyst expects the stock to perform worse than the broader market or its industry peers in the near future. This new bearish outlook from a notable research firm likely prompted investors to sell their shares, putting downward pressure on the stock price.
Shares of digital storytelling platform WEBTOON (NASDAQ:WBTN) jumped 28.8% in the morning session after the company announced a deal with Walt Disney to create a new online platform for the media giant's comic library and that Disney would take a 2% equity stake in the company.
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U.S. stocks kicked off the week in green territory, driven by eye-catching gains from Tesla and Alphabet. But all eyes are now on the Fed's interest rate decision due Wednesday, one that could stir up the market far beyond the short-term rally.
