Powell’s Next Move Could Make or Break 2025’s Record Stock Rally
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs on Oct. 8, with the S&P up 0.6% to 6,753.72 and the Nasdaq rising 1.1% to 23,043.38. Gold surged past $4,000/oz for the first time, peaking at $4,078 before retreating slightly. Tech stocks soared, led by AMD’s 24% jump after an OpenAI deal. The Fed signaled more rate cuts after its first 2025 reduction, though inflation concerns remain.