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Stock Indexes Surge to Record highs on Anticipation of Further Federal Reserve Rate Cuts; Nvidia Announces $5 Billion Investment in Intel
New York, NY – September 18, 2025 - U.S.stock futures are sharply higher Thursday morning, signaling potential all-time highs at the open as investors react to growing expectations of additional interest rate reductions by the Federal Reserve. Simultaneously, Nvidia announced a substantial $5 billion investment in Intel, further bolstering market confidence.
The positive momentum stems from continued signals from the Fed that it remains committed to supporting economic growth through accommodative monetary policy. Lower interest rates reduce borrowing costs for businesses and consumers, stimulating investment and spending. This environment has fueled a rally in technology stocks, notably those reliant on future growth projections. the combined effect of potential rate cuts and major tech sector investment is creating a bullish outlook for the remainder of 2025.
Dow Jones Industrial Average futures were up 0.6% in pre-market trading. S&P 500 futures climbed 0.8%, while Nasdaq 100 contracts rose 1.1%.
nvidia’s $5 billion investment in Intel marks a critically important strategic move within the semiconductor industry. The investment is expected to accelerate innovation in advanced chip manufacturing and artificial intelligence technologies, positioning both companies for long-term growth in a rapidly evolving market. Details regarding the specific allocation of funds were not immediately available.
