Why the Fed's first rate cut in 9 months could derail the stock-market rally — and how investors can prepare

Core Viewpoint - Investors are closely monitoring the Federal Reserve's interest-rate decision and its economic projections to determine whether the current stock rally will continue or if it will lead to a market downturn [1] Group 1 - The Federal Reserve's interest-rate decision is a critical factor influencing market sentiment [1] - Economic projections from the Federal Reserve will play a significant role in shaping investor expectations [1] - The outcome of these decisions could either sustain the stock market rally or trigger a decline [1]