Wednesday, September 17, 2025, saw U.S. stock markets deliver a mixed performance, largely influenced by a highly anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate decision and significant corporate news. While the Dow Jones Industrial Average showed resilience, both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite edged lower, reflecting a cautious sentiment among investors. The market's primary focus remained squarely on the Federal Reserve's afternoon announcement, where a widely expected rate cut materialized, marking the firs ...