Stocks and bonds react positively to the Federal Reserve's reassurance on inflation and job market stability.

From Barron’s: 2025-03-19 16:31:00

Stocks surged after the Federal Reserve’s latest news, with the S&P 500 gaining 1.1%. Bond investors were also pleased, as the yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note fell to 4.25% from 4.28%. Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s press conference reassured investors that inflation pressures may be temporary and the job market is stable.



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