Lyft(US:LYFT) Stock Market News·2025-09-17 21:07Market Performance - U.S. equities showed notable volatility on September 17, 2025, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) gaining 260 points, or 0.6%, closing at 46,018.32, and reaching an intraday record high of 46,261 [2][4] - The S&P 500 (SPX) slightly retreated, down 6.41 points, or 0.1%, finishing at 6,600.35, while the Nasdaq Composite (IXIC) declined 72.63 points, or 0.3%, closing at 22,261.33, primarily due to drops in major tech stocks [3][4] Federal Reserve's Actions - The Federal Reserve announced a quarter-percentage-point cut to its benchmark interest rate, bringing it to a range of 4% to 4.25%, marking the first reduction since December of the previous year [4][5] - Projections indicated two additional rate cuts by the end of 2025, potentially lowering the rate to a range of 3.50% to 3.75%, with one more cut expected in 2026 [5] Corporate News and Stock Movements - Nvidia (NVDA) shares fell between 1.2% and 3.2% due to reports that China's internet regulator instructed major tech companies to stop purchasing AI chips from Nvidia, highlighting geopolitical tensions [6] - Workday (WDAY) stock surged 6.7% to 6.9% after Elliott Investment Management disclosed a stake exceeding $2 billion and expressed support for its management [6] - Uber Technologies (UBER) shares declined by 5% following Lyft's announcement of an expanded partnership with Waymo, while Lyft's shares rose over 13% [6] Upcoming Market Events - Investors are monitoring key upcoming economic data releases, including Final GDP q/q, Unemployment Claims, and Durable Goods Orders, scheduled for September 25, which could influence future Federal Reserve decisions [10] - The next Federal Reserve monetary policy meeting is set for October 28-29, with markets pricing in a high probability of another quarter-point rate cut [10]