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The Federal Reserve's third consecutive interest rate cut boosted investor sentiment, leading to gains in high-beta stocks like clean energy and crypto mining. Cipher Mining's stock is near recent highs. The Russell 2000 index surged 1% to 2,550 points, benefiting small-cap stocks due to lower borrowing costs. Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100 saw slight gains.

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Fed rate cut boosts investor sentiment; Cipher Mining stock near highs. Russell 2000 index surged 1% to 2,550 points. Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 gained slightly. Small caps seen as biggest beneficiaries of lower borrowing costs.

Wall Street rallied as the Dow Jones rose 558 points to 48,120, and the Russell 2000 surged 1.7%, despite Fed Chair Powell's neutral stance after a rate cut. The Fed held rates at 3.50–3.75%, with no further cuts expected soon. Investors were optimistic due to the Fed's positive economic outlook, projecting stronger growth and stable rates.

Wall Street rallies despite Powell's neutral stance; Dow jumps 558 points to 48,120, Russell 2000 surges 1.7%. Fed holds rates at 3.50–3.75%.

Asian stock markets saw gains, with NIKKEI 225 up 1.37%, Shanghai up 0.41%, Hang Seng up 1.75%, ASX 200 up 1.23%, SENSEX up 0.53%, and Nifty50 up 0.57%. European markets declined, with CAC 40 down 0.21%, FTSE 100 down 0.56%, and DAX 30 down 0.45%. US markets also fell, with DJIA down 0.51%, S&P 500 down 1.07%, NASDAQ down 1.69%, and Russell 2000 down 1.51%. Oil prices and most commodities declined, while bonds showed mixed results.

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DTCC's subsidiary, DTC, received SEC approval to offer custodial asset tokenization services, allowing tokenization of real-world assets like the Russell 1000 Index and Treasury bonds. This service, launching in 2026, aims to enhance liquidity, trading models, and asset programmability. The initiative supports DTCC's strategy to advance a secure digital asset ecosystem, leveraging blockchain technology to unify TradFi and DeFi liquidity pools.

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The Dow Jones and Russell 2000 hit record highs while the Nasdaq slashed early losses. Broadcom sees AI chip sales doubling.

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Dow Jones, Russell 2000 hit highs; Broadcom sees AI chip sales doubling

US stock indices are mixed. Small-cap Russell 2000 index on pace for a record close

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US stock indices are mixed. Small-cap Russell 2000 index on pace for a record close

European equities are expected to open slightly weaker ahead of key rate announcements from the BoC and FOMC. APAC stocks were subdued due to caution over the Fed policy decision and Chinese inflation data. US stocks were mixed, with the Russell 2000 outperforming. US-China trade relations remain tense, with China falling short of soybean purchase goals. President Trump is conducting Fed Chair interviews, with Kevin Hassett as a leading candidate.

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European equities point to a slightly weaker open ahead of BoC and FOMC rate announcements - Newsquawk EU Market Open

The Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) surged 11% from the blue box area, with a target of $258–$268 ahead. Elliott Wave Theory analysis shows a 5-wave impulse followed by a 7-swing correction. The ETF hit new highs and is expected to pull back before continuing its climb. Traders should monitor the $258–$268 zone for opportunities, using Elliott Wave Theory for market cycle insights and risk management.

Russell 2000 ETF Soars 11% From Blue Box Area, With $258 Target Still Ahead

- Investors are awaiting the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, with a general expectation of a 25 basis point cut, though some traders warn this may indicate a slowdown in future easing.  
- U.S. stock indices closed lower amid cautious market sentiment, influenced by less dovish comments from the "shadow chairman" of the Fed, Hassett, and a merger bid in the media sector.  
- European markets also showed slight declines as investors remained cautious ahead of the Fed's monetary policy meeting, with the STOXX 600 index down 0.07%.

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U.S. stock index futures rose slightly, the dollar fell slightly, copper prices hit a new high, and the 10-year Japanese government bond yield reached its highest level since July 2007

U.S. stocks had a mixed start, with a 90% chance of a Fed rate cut on Dec. 10. Warner Bros. Discovery reached new highs, while Russell 2000 rose 0.2%. Bond yields climbed, with the 10-year Treasury at 4.18% and Japanese yields nearing 2%, causing global volatility.

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U.S. stocks mixed, Fed rate cut seen at Dec. 10, CME FedWatch tool predicts 90% chance. Warner Bros. Discovery hits new highs, Russell 2000 up 0.2%. Yields climbing, 10-year Treasury at 4.18%. Foreign bond market pressure persists with Japan nearing 2% yield. More on Benzinga.com.