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Fed raises rates for first time in 3 years; stocks mixed amid strong earnings and inflation concerns

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20 Sep 2026
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Fed raises rates for first time in 3 years; stocks mixed amid strong earnings and inflation concerns

The Federal Reserve increased its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4.00%, marking the first hike in three years and signaling potential further increases before year-end. U.S. stock markets showed mixed results with the Dow down 1.69%, Nasdaq up 0.72%, and S&P 500 slightly down 0.08%. Strong corporate earnings, including a 50% rise in S&P 500 profits for Q2 and expected continued growth, helped support markets despite inflation worries. Investors will closely watch upcoming Fed speeches and economic data for clues on future monetary policy and inflation trends.

The week ahead featuring Fed speakers, consumer sentiment, and earnings reports comes as 78 of 109 Consumer Cyclical-sector US stocks on Pluang fell today. As of Sep 20, 2026 23:31 WIB, Newegg Commerce Inc (NEGG) rose 4.76% with a typical hold time of 14 days and 100% sell order activity, Lucid Group Inc (LCID) fell 4.44% with a 44-day hold time and 100% buy order activity, and Alibaba Group (BABA) rose 4.36% with a 110-day hold time and 99% sell order activity. This snapshot shows mixed investor behavior in the sector on Pluang.

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