10/06/2026
September brought the Federal Reserve’s first rate hike since 2023, rising Treasury yields, and another jump in energy prices as the U.S.-Iran conflict kept pressure on fuel costs.
The month also highlighted a growing divide in the market. AI and technology stocks helped lift the Nasdaq, while the S&P 500, Dow, and smaller companies struggled under the weight of higher rates. At the same time, stronger-than-expected economic growth gave the Fed more room to keep policy tight. Swipe to learn more.
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