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Market Performance: The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq 100 all closed higher, with the S&P 500 reaching a 6-week high following a 25 basis point interest rate cut by the Fed and a more dovish outlook from Fed Chair Powell.

Fed Policy Changes: The Federal Reserve raised its GDP forecasts for 2025 and 2026 while lowering its core PCE price estimates, indicating a potential pause in interest rate cuts as they assess economic conditions.

Corporate Earnings: Q3 earnings for S&P 500 companies showed strong performance, with 83% exceeding forecasts and an overall increase of 14.6%, significantly above the expected 7.2%.

Stock Movements: Chipmakers saw gains, while mobile grocery delivery services declined after Amazon expanded its delivery services; notable stock movements included Photronics rising over 45% and GameStop falling over 4%.

Market Overview: The S&P 500 is down 0.06%, while the Dow Jones is up 0.26%. Stock indexes are under pressure due to rising global bond yields and concerns about a hawkish rate cut from the FOMC meeting today.

Interest Rates and Economic Indicators: The 10-year T-note yield rose to a 3-month high but has since decreased slightly. The FOMC is expected to cut rates by 25 basis points, with a focus on future rate projections and economic conditions.

Corporate Earnings: Q3 earnings for S&P 500 companies have exceeded forecasts, with an overall increase of 14.6%, marking the best quarter since 2021. The earnings season is nearing its end, with most companies reporting positive results.

Stock Movements: Mobile grocery delivery stocks are declining following Amazon's expansion of same-day delivery. Notable gainers include Photronics, which surged over 42% after strong earnings, while AeroVironment and GameStop saw significant drops due to lowered forecasts and sales declines, respectively.