Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-09-17 21:57Group 1 - The Federal Reserve has lowered the federal funds rate target range by 25 basis points to 4.00%-4.25%, marking its first rate cut since December 2024 [4] - The Fed predicts an additional 50 basis points cut by the end of the year and 25 basis points cuts in each of the following two years [4] - Inflation risks are on the rise while employment risks are declining, with Powell stating that most inflation expectations will align with the 2% target after next year [4] Group 2 - U.S. stock indices closed mixed, with the Dow Jones up 0.57%, while the Nasdaq and S&P 500 fell by 0.33% and 0.1% respectively [5] - Chinese concept stocks mostly rose, with the Nasdaq China Golden Dragon Index increasing by 2.85%, and Baidu rising over 11% [5] Group 3 - International gold futures fell by 0.82% to $3694.60 per ounce, while silver futures dropped by 2.15% to $41.99 per ounce [6] - U.S. oil prices decreased slightly, with WTI crude oil down 0.85% to $63.97 per barrel [7] Group 4 - The National Development and Reform Commission is increasing support for projects in elderly care, childcare, and cultural tourism to meet the demand for high-quality living [9] - The Ministry of Commerce plans to conduct pilot projects in about 50 cities to expand new consumption formats and models [10] Group 5 - NIO announced the completion of a $1.16 billion financing round, which will be used for core technology development and infrastructure expansion [27] - Ningde Times plans to achieve mass supply of sodium-ion batteries next year, highlighting advantages in low-temperature performance and safety [17] Group 6 - Huawei has reduced prices for three flagship smartphone series, with discounts up to 2000 yuan, aiming to attract more consumers [19] - Vanke has undergone a significant organizational restructuring to explore new business pathways [25]