What Interest Rate Cuts Mean For The Economy - 9/23/25 | Market Sense | Fidelity Investments

On this episode of Market Sense, we’re discussing the Fed’s first interest rate cut of the year—what it means, why it matters, and how it could affect stocks and bonds. Plus, we're watching the latest efforts in Washington to avoid a government shutdown. Topics covered: • Federal Reserve • Rate cut • Labor market • Inflation 00:00 Market Sense Introduction 01:25 Latest market news 03:16 Potential government shutdown 05:31 What is the Fed’s focus right now? 07:10 Dot plot and plans for more cuts 08:44 The Fe ...