Group 1: Federal Reserve and Economic Indicators - The Federal Reserve is expected to lower interest rates by 25 basis points, with traders betting on a larger cut of at least 50 basis points by the end of the year [2][6] - U.S. retail sales increased for the third consecutive month in August, exceeding expectations, indicating resilience in consumer spending [6] - U.S. industrial output showed little growth, with previous month data revised down [6] Group 2: Market Performance - U.S. stock indices closed lower amid cautious trading before the Federal Reserve's decision, with the Nasdaq down 0.07%, S&P 500 down 0.13%, and Dow Jones down 0.27% [4] - The yield on U.S. Treasury bonds declined, with the 2-year yield at 3.5033%, down 0.95% for the day and down 17.55% year-to-date [5] - Gold prices surpassed $3700 per ounce for the first time, driven by safe-haven demand and a weaker dollar [3][18] Group 3: Commodity Market - Oil prices rose by over $1 due to concerns over potential supply disruptions from Ukraine's drone attacks on Russian ports and refineries [3] - Brent crude oil was reported at $68.47, up 1.53%, while WTI crude oil was at $64.52, up 1.93% [19]
【真灼财经】美联储决策日已至;中国发布提振服务消费政策
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-09-17 04:21