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Dow 30 Soars Back Above 48,000 After Fed’s Third 2025 Rate Cut: December 10 Market Close & 2026 Outlook

Dow 30 Soars Back Above 48,000 After Fed’s Third 2025 Rate Cut: December 10 Market Close & 2026 Outlook

The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped nearly 500 points to close at 48,058 on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point to 3.50%–3.75%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also finished higher. The Fed signaled it may slow the pace of future rate cuts, with internal divisions among policymakers over the decision.
10 December 2025
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U.S. Prime Rate Today After the Fed’s December 10, 2025 Cut: 6.75% Becomes the New Benchmark

U.S. Prime Rate Today After the Fed’s December 10, 2025 Cut: 6.75% Becomes the New Benchmark

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to a target range of 3.50%–3.75% on December 10, its third cut of 2025. Major U.S. banks lowered the prime rate to 6.75%, down from 7.00%. The Fed cited slowing job gains, higher unemployment, and persistent inflation. The FOMC vote was 9–3, with some members seeking a different pace of cuts.
10 December 2025
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Fed Cuts Rates Again: What the December 2025 FOMC Decision Means for Stocks, Bonds and Global Markets

Fed Cuts Rates Again: What the December 2025 FOMC Decision Means for Stocks, Bonds and Global Markets

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3.50%–3.75% at its December 10 meeting, marking a third straight reduction. The decision came with a split vote and signals only one further cut expected in 2026. U.S. stocks rose, Treasury yields fell, and the dollar weakened following the announcement. The Fed cited rising unemployment and persistent inflation in its statement.
10 December 2025
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Mortgage Rates Today, December 10, 2025: Fed Rate Cut Meets Stubborn 6% Home Loan Costs

Mortgage Rates Today, December 10, 2025: Fed Rate Cut Meets Stubborn 6% Home Loan Costs

U.S. 30-year fixed mortgage rates remain just above 6%, with Bankrate reporting an average of 6.26% and NerdWallet showing 6.13%–6.15%. The Federal Reserve has cut rates three times in 2025, but mortgage rates have not dropped significantly. Fifteen-year fixed rates hover in the mid-5% range. Refinance rates are slightly higher, with 30-year fixed refis around 6.4%–6.5%.
10 December 2025
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UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Rises as Rate‑Cut Bets Grow Ahead of Fed and BoE Decisions (10 December 2025)

UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Rises as Rate‑Cut Bets Grow Ahead of Fed and BoE Decisions (10 December 2025)

The FTSE 100 closed up 0.2–0.4% at around 9,660–9,680 on December 10, 2025, while the FTSE 250 slipped 0.2–0.4% to near 21,830–21,865. Traders positioned ahead of a possible US Federal Reserve rate cut and a potential Bank of England move next week. HSBC, Standard Chartered, FirstGroup, Volution, and Ocado were among key movers. European markets fell, with the Stoxx 600 down about 0.2%.
10 December 2025
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US Stock Market Today: Wall Street Opens Flat as Fed Poised for ‘Hawkish’ Rate Cut and Silver Hits Record High

US Stock Market Today: Wall Street Opens Flat as Fed Poised for ‘Hawkish’ Rate Cut and Silver Hits Record High

U.S. stocks opened flat Wednesday as traders awaited the Federal Reserve’s final interest-rate decision of 2025. At 9:33 a.m. ET, the Dow rose 14 points, the S&P 500 slipped 0.1%, and the Nasdaq fell 0.2%. Markets are pricing in a 25-basis-point rate cut, with the Fed’s announcement due at 2:00 p.m. ET. Key economic data used by the Fed remains outdated after a recent government shutdown.
10 December 2025
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10‑Year Treasury Yield Hits 3‑Month High Around 4.2% as Fed Prepares Final 2025 Rate Cut

10‑Year Treasury Yield Hits 3‑Month High Around 4.2% as Fed Prepares Final 2025 Rate Cut

The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield traded near 4.2% on December 10, 2025, its highest level in about three months, according to multiple market data sources. The move comes hours before the Federal Reserve’s final policy decision of the year. Yields have climbed from around 4.06%–4.11% at the start of December. The current level remains just below the long-term historical average of 4.25%.
10 December 2025
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US Stock Market After Hours Today: Wall Street Stays Cautious as Fed Rate Cut Looms – December 9, 2025

US Stock Market After Hours Today: Wall Street Stays Cautious as Fed Rate Cut Looms – December 9, 2025

After-hours U.S. stock indexes showed minimal movement around 5 p.m. ET, with the S&P 500 down 0.04% and the Nasdaq 100 off 0.08%. Mega-cap tech stocks traded nearly flat on light volume. The regular session ended mixed as traders awaited Wednesday’s Federal Reserve rate decision, widely expected to deliver a 25 basis point cut.
9 December 2025
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Fed Meeting Today: Markets Brace for December 2025 Rate Cut Decision — What to Expect from Powell and the FOMC

Fed Meeting Today: Markets Brace for December 2025 Rate Cut Decision — What to Expect from Powell and the FOMC

The Federal Reserve opened its final policy meeting of 2025 on Tuesday, with markets pricing in a 90% chance of a 0.25 percentage point rate cut. The two-day session ends Wednesday, when officials will announce their decision and Chair Jerome Powell will hold a press conference. Economic data remain clouded by a recent government shutdown, and Fed officials are split on whether to continue easing.
9 December 2025
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Bank of Canada Set to Hold Interest Rate at 2.25% on December 10, 2025 as Markets Bet on Long Pause

Bank of Canada Set to Hold Interest Rate at 2.25% on December 10, 2025 as Markets Bet on Long Pause

The Bank of Canada is expected to hold its overnight rate at 2.25% on December 10, following a series of aggressive cuts since mid-2024. All 33 economists in a recent Reuters poll forecast no change, with most anticipating the rate will stay at this level until at least 2027. The decision will be announced at 9:45 am Eastern, followed by a press conference.
9 December 2025
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UK Economy News Today, 9 December 2025: Spending Slump, Weak Jobs Market and Rate‑Cut Hopes Define Outlook

UK Economy News Today, 9 December 2025: Spending Slump, Weak Jobs Market and Rate‑Cut Hopes Define Outlook

UK household spending fell 1.1% year-on-year in November, the sharpest drop since early 2021, according to Barclays. Unemployment rose to 5%, and inflation eased to 3.6% but food prices remain high. GDP grew just 0.1% in Q3, with September output down. Markets expect the Bank of England to cut rates soon after a narrow vote to hold at 4%.
9 December 2025
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RBA Holds Cash Rate at 3.6% in December 2025: Shortest Rate‑Cut Cycle in 30 Years and What It Means for Australian Mortgage Holders

RBA Holds Cash Rate at 3.6% in December 2025: Shortest Rate‑Cut Cycle in 30 Years and What It Means for Australian Mortgage Holders

The Reserve Bank of Australia held the cash rate at 3.6% at its final 2025 meeting, ending a brief easing cycle. Governor Michele Bullock ruled out further cuts and warned rates could rise if inflation persists. Headline inflation climbed to 3.8% in October, above the RBA’s target. The board cited strong demand, rising home prices, and solid wage growth as ongoing risks.
9 December 2025
Australian Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Slips Ahead of RBA Interest Rate Call (9 December 2025)

Australian Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Slips Ahead of RBA Interest Rate Call (9 December 2025)

The S&P/ASX 200 slipped 0.3–0.4% to around 8,590 by late morning Tuesday, extending Monday’s decline as investors awaited the Reserve Bank of Australia’s interest rate decision. Two-thirds of index stocks traded lower, led by energy, gold, and tech. Economists expect the RBA to hold rates at 3.6%. US and Asian markets also weakened ahead of key central bank meetings.
9 December 2025
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  • D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) to Host First Investor Day at NYSE on June 1, 2026
    May 2, 2026, 4:53 AM EDT. D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) will hold its inaugural Investor Day on June 1, 2026, at the New York Stock Exchange and online. The event, themed "The D-Wave Difference," aims to showcase the company's dual-platform quantum computing technology, product roadmap, and growth strategy. D-Wave is the first commercial supplier offering both annealing and gate-model quantum systems, serving over 100 organizations globally through on-premises and cloud services. Investors will gain insights into D-Wave's leadership in quantum innovation and its approach to translating technology into commercial opportunities.

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