The Federal Reserve lowered the federal funds rate three times in 2025, shaving off three-quarters of a point to bring down to a range of 3.5% to 3.75%. While the Fed doesn't directly control interest ...

The S&P 500 had a remarkable 2025, powered by tech stocks, especially those focused on artificial intelligence (AI). The index ended in the green on Friday, the first trading day of the year, despite ...