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Nasdaq Stumbles as Fed Jitters Mount, Intel Soars, Tariffs Rattle Tech Markets

Nasdaq Stumbles as Fed Jitters Mount, Intel Soars, Tariffs Rattle Tech Markets

U.S. stocks fell for a third straight session Thursday, with the Nasdaq down 0.5% to 22,384.70, erasing recent record highs. Strong economic data—including a Q2 GDP revision to 3.8% and lower jobless claims—pushed Treasury yields and the dollar higher, fueling doubts about near-term Fed rate cuts. Intel surged 9% on investment reports, while Oracle dropped 5% after a “Sell” rating. Trump announced sweeping new tariffs, rattling global pharma stocks.
Wall Street’s Wild 48 Hours: NYSE Hit by Fed Jitters, Tariff Shocks & Earnings Surprises

Wall Street’s Wild 48 Hours: NYSE Hit by Fed Jitters, Tariff Shocks & Earnings Surprises

U.S. stocks fell for a third straight session, with the Dow closing at 45,947 on Thursday and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq each down about 0.5%. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs, including 100% duties on imported branded pharmaceuticals, rattling global healthcare stocks. Weekly jobless claims dropped to 218,000, and Q2 GDP was revised up to 3.8%, dampening hopes for aggressive Fed rate cuts.
Hot GDP Surprise Shatters Wall Street’s Rally – Stocks Slide on Fed Jitters (Sept 25, 2025)

Hot GDP Surprise Shatters Wall Street’s Rally – Stocks Slide on Fed Jitters (Sept 25, 2025)

U.S. stocks fell for a third straight session Thursday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq down about 0.5% and the Dow off 0.4%. Strong GDP and jobless data fueled doubts over Fed rate cuts, pressuring markets. Health care stocks slumped after a medtech import probe; Intel jumped 9% on Apple stake rumors. Amazon agreed to pay $2.5 billion to settle an FTC lawsuit over Prime memberships.
Dow Dips as Fed Fears Slam Tech Stocks – Hot Economic Data Rattles Wall Street (Sept 25, 2025)

Dow Dips as Fed Fears Slam Tech Stocks – Hot Economic Data Rattles Wall Street (Sept 25, 2025)

U.S. stocks ended mixed Thursday as the Dow and S&P 500 closed flat, while the Nasdaq fell for a third session on tech weakness. Revised data showed Q2 GDP growth at 3.8%, beating forecasts, and jobless claims dropped to 218,000. Treasury yields and the dollar rose on speculation of fewer Fed rate cuts. Intel jumped 6% on reports of talks with Apple for a possible investment.
Precious Metals Skyrocket as Gold Hits Record High – Fed Cuts & Global Tensions Fuel Rally

Precious Metals Skyrocket as Gold Hits Record High – Fed Cuts & Global Tensions Fuel Rally

Gold hit a record above $3,790 an ounce this week, fueled by safe-haven demand and expectations of U.S. rate cuts. Silver surged to nearly $44, its highest since 2011, up almost 50% year-to-date. Platinum climbed 5% to a 10-year high near $1,480, while palladium rose but stayed well below its 2021 peak. Geopolitical tensions and Fed policy remain in focus.
Nasdaq Rally Hits Speed Bump as Tech Stocks Wobble – Fed Warning and AI Jitters Shake Markets (Sept 24–25, 2025)

Nasdaq Rally Hits Speed Bump as Tech Stocks Wobble – Fed Warning and AI Jitters Shake Markets (Sept 24–25, 2025)

The Nasdaq Composite fell 0.3% on Sept. 24, ending a three-day record streak as tech shares retreated after Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned equity prices are “fairly highly valued.” Nvidia, Oracle, and Micron dropped, while Alibaba surged 8% and Intel rose 6% on Apple stake reports. U.S. crude hit a seven-week high, boosting energy stocks. New home sales jumped 20.5% in August, but Treasury yields edged higher.
Fed Warning and AI ‘Bubble’ Fears Hit Wall Street: NYSE Roundup (Sept 24–25, 2025)

Fed Warning and AI ‘Bubble’ Fears Hit Wall Street: NYSE Roundup (Sept 24–25, 2025)

U.S. stocks slipped after hitting record highs, with the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq all easing as investors took profits and Fed officials warned of high valuations. Tech shares, including NVIDIA and Micron, fell on valuation concerns, while energy stocks rose as oil hit a seven-week high. Materials lagged, dragged by Freeport-McMoRan’s 17% drop after halting its Indonesian mine. Intel jumped 6% on reports of Apple investment talks.
Precious Metals Skyrocket as Gold Hits Record High, Silver & Platinum Soar – Fed Bets and Geopolitics Fuel Rally

Precious Metals Skyrocket as Gold Hits Record High, Silver & Platinum Soar – Fed Bets and Geopolitics Fuel Rally

Gold hit a record intraday high near $3,790 per ounce on Sept. 23, with U.S. futures settling above $3,800. Silver climbed to $44/oz, its highest since 2011, while platinum reached $1,480/oz, an 11-year peak. Palladium rebounded above $1,200/oz. The rally followed safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions and expectations of more Fed rate cuts.
Asian Markets on an AI High then Jolt as Powell Strikes Caution (Sept 23–24, 2025)

Asian Markets on an AI High then Jolt as Powell Strikes Caution (Sept 23–24, 2025)

Japan’s Nikkei 225 hit a record 45,630 as AI stocks surged, while Shanghai and Shenzhen indexes rallied on tech gains. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Tech Index jumped 2.5% as Alibaba soared 9%. Seoul’s KOSPI slipped 0.4% after Fed warnings, but Hanwha Aerospace rose 5% on defense demand. India’s Sensex fell 0.47% as autos and IT lagged; the rupee edged higher.
Nasdaq’s 48-Hour Whiplash: AI Mega-Deals, Fed Curveballs & Record Highs

Nasdaq’s 48-Hour Whiplash: AI Mega-Deals, Fed Curveballs & Record Highs

The Nasdaq Composite fell about 1% on Sept. 23 after Fed Chair Jerome Powell called stock valuations “fairly highly valued” and gave no timeline for more rate cuts. Nvidia shares hit a record high after announcing up to $100 billion investment in OpenAI, while Alibaba’s U.S. shares surged 9% on increased AI spending. U.S. Treasury yields dropped midweek, and gold reached a new all-time high near $3,764 an ounce.
Wall Street Roiled: Fed Warning Cools Rally as AI Frenzy Ignites Stocks and Crash Fears

Wall Street Roiled: Fed Warning Cools Rally as AI Frenzy Ignites Stocks and Crash Fears

U.S. stocks ended a three-day record streak Tuesday after Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned asset prices are “fairly highly valued,” sending the S&P 500 down 0.6%. President Trump canceled budget talks with Democrats, raising shutdown risks. Nvidia fell 3% while Alibaba jumped 9% on AI news. Lithium Americas soared 89% after reports of possible U.S. investment. Oil prices hit three-week highs as inventories dropped.
Nasdaq’s Wild 48 Hours: Fed Jitters, Tech Tumbles & Surprise Rallies – Sept 23–24 Roundup

Nasdaq’s Wild 48 Hours: Fed Jitters, Tech Tumbles & Surprise Rallies – Sept 23–24 Roundup

The Nasdaq fell nearly 1% on Sept. 23 after Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned stocks look “fairly highly valued,” ending a three-day record streak. Tech shares dropped sharply, with Nvidia and Amazon each losing about 3%. Powell gave no signal on further rate cuts, disappointing investors. Amazon said it will close all 19 UK Fresh stores, while Boeing shares rose on a $8 billion Uzbekistan Airways order.
Asia Markets Rollercoaster: Nikkei Smashes Records as Hang Seng Rebounds – Fed Jitters and Tech Rally Whipsaw Stocks

Asia Markets Rollercoaster: Nikkei Smashes Records as Hang Seng Rebounds – Fed Jitters and Tech Rally Whipsaw Stocks

Japan’s Nikkei 225 closed at a record 45,630 on September 24, driven by AI and chip stocks. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng fell 0.7% Tuesday on typhoon fears, then rebounded 1.37% Wednesday as tech shares rallied. Shanghai’s Composite rose 0.83% and Shenzhen’s index jumped 1.8% on semiconductor gains. South Korea’s KOSPI hit a record, then retreated as foreign investors sold and the won weakened.
NYSE Rollercoaster: Fed Caution Halts Tech Rally, Mega-Deals & Gold Spike in Wild 48 Hours

NYSE Rollercoaster: Fed Caution Halts Tech Rally, Mega-Deals & Gold Spike in Wild 48 Hours

Wall Street’s AI-fueled rally stalled Sept. 23 as the Nasdaq fell 0.95% and S&P 500 dropped 0.6% after Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned on rates and valuations. Tech stocks led declines, with Nvidia down 3% and Oracle off 4%. Gold hit a record near $3,764/oz as investors sought safety. Micron jumped 3% after strong earnings and an upbeat AI outlook.
Global Markets on Edge as Fed Rate Decision Nears: Asia Optimistic, West Cautious

Fed’s First Rate Cut Since 2024 Sparks Market Whiplash – Dow Rallies as Tech Stocks Tumble

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25% to a 4.00%–4.25% range, its first reduction since December 2024, citing a weakening labor market. The Dow rose 0.6%, while the S&P 500 slipped and the Nasdaq fell as Powell’s cautious remarks cooled hopes for rapid easing. Treasury yields and the dollar climbed; gold briefly hit a record before retreating. Nvidia shares dropped on new China curbs, while Workday surged nearly 9% on activist news.
Fed’s Dovish Pivot Sparks Crypto Frenzy: Ethereum Hits Record High, Bitcoin $117K Breakout, XRP ETF Moves & More (Aug 22-23, 2025)

Fed’s Dovish Pivot Sparks Crypto Frenzy: Ethereum Hits Record High, Bitcoin $117K Breakout, XRP ETF Moves & More (Aug 22-23, 2025)

Bitcoin surged above $117,300 after Powell’s Jackson Hole speech signaled possible rate cuts, triggering about $380 million in short liquidations. Ethereum hit a record $4,870 as ETF inflows topped $287.6 million and total ETH ETF assets passed $12.1 billion. Solana rose 10% to $206, while XRP traded above $3 on ETF optimism. Dogecoin climbed 9% to $0.237, with large holders accumulating over 680 million DOGE in August.
Fed Jitters, Mega-Deals & Oil Rebound: Global Business Shockwaves (Aug 21–22, 2025)

Fed Jitters, Mega-Deals & Oil Rebound: Global Business Shockwaves (Aug 21–22, 2025)

Meta Platforms and Google signed a six-year, $10 billion cloud deal to expand Meta’s AI workloads on Google Cloud. The S&P 500 fell 0.4% as investors awaited Powell’s Jackson Hole speech. Cleveland Fed’s Beth Hammack said there is no case for rate cuts now, while futures showed a 70–75% chance of a September cut. Thoma Bravo will take Dayforce private for $12.3 billion at a 32% premium.

Stock Market Today

  • Diffusion Engineers' Earnings Face Scrutiny Despite Stock Gains
    May 23, 2026, 11:32 PM EDT. Diffusion Engineers Limited (NSE:DIFFNKG) saw a strong stock price following its recent earnings report. However, analysis reveals concerns as the company reported a positive accrual ratio of 0.23, indicating profits not fully backed by free cash flow (FCF). The firm recorded a negative FCF of ₹182 million despite a statutory profit of ₹503.2 million, suggesting earnings may be overstated. Negative FCF persisted from the previous year, raising questions about sustainable profitability. While earnings per share have shown robust growth over three years, investors should exercise caution and consider underlying cash flow strength and potential risks before drawing conclusions about the company's financial health.

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