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The Fed Just Raised Rates for the First Time in Three Years. History Says This Is What Comes Next.

How does the market typically perform after a new rate hike cycle begins?

The Federal Reserve, led by Chairman Kevin Warsh, has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023. Inflation has continued to rise, moving further away from the Fed's 2% annualized target. At their third Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, Warsh and the committee increased the target federal funds rate by 0.25%.

This move aims to curb inflation, but may also impact corporate earnings and job growth. The rate hike is the first in a new cycle since the beginning of 2022. The impact on the S&P 500 is expected to be significant.

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