US stock futures teeter as Federal Reserve prepares for anticipated interest-rate cut in 2025. Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 contracts show minimal movement. Analysts expect labor market slowdown and inflation uptick to drive rate reduction, with a 96% chance of a 25 basis-point cut.

Wall Street awaits Federal Reserve’s rate cut announcement. Traders predict 25 basis-point cut with a 96% probability. Investors eye Fed’s “dot-plot” for future rate trajectory insights. Fed Chair Jerome Powell will address press conference post-decision at 2:30 p.m. ET.

Senate confirms Trump’s nominee to Federal Reserve Board, Stephen Miran, amid concerns over Fed’s independence. Appeals court denies Trump’s bid to remove Fed governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage fraud. Miran plans to maintain White House advisor role concurrently.

Investors await housing starts data and earnings reports from General Mills and Cracker Barrel. Cracker Barrel faces scrutiny after logo change controversy. Trump, Xi Jinping to discuss trade and TikTok on Friday. Deutsche Bank forecasts gold price to reach $4,000 by 2026.

Asian markets mixed despite reduced tariffs on Japanese goods and Fed rate cut expectations. Wall Street retreats from record highs. Microsoft CEO-backed startup Groww to become first Indian IPO post-relocation. TechCrunch provides further details on the move.

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