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Wall Street Ends Mixed as Fed Holds Rates

Published: 30 April 2026,07:04

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Key Takeaways

Wall Street closes mixed after Fed keeps rates unchanged
Sentiment weighed by U.S.–Iran diplomatic setbacks
Dow Jones declines while S&P 500 and Nasdaq remain steady
Focus shifts to Magnificent 7 earnings and AI spending outlook

Market Summary

Wall Street closed mostly lower on Wednesday as investors reacted to the latest policy decision from the Federal Reserve, which kept interest rates unchanged as widely expected.

Market sentiment remained subdued, not only due to the Fed decision but also amid continued diplomatic setbacks between the United States and Iran. The lack of progress in negotiations has added another layer of uncertainty, limiting risk appetite across equity markets.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.6% to close at 48,861.68 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite ended relatively unchanged at 7,136.52 and 24,673.24 points, respectively, reflecting a cautious stance among investors.

Focus Turns to Big Tech Earnings

Attention is now shifting toward upcoming earnings releases from several members of the “Magnificent 7,” a group of leading technology companies that have been key drivers of market performance.

These companies are widely regarded as artificial intelligence hyperscalers, having invested heavily in data centers and infrastructure to support long-term AI growth. Market participants will be closely watching their capital expenditure guidance, as it provides insight into the sustainability of AI-driven expansion and broader tech sector momentum.

Market Implications

The combination of monetary policy uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and earnings expectations is keeping markets in a cautious consolidation phase.

While the Fed’s decision was largely priced in, the lack of clear progress on U.S.–Iran developments and the importance of upcoming tech earnings have led investors to adopt a wait-and-see approach.

Looking ahead, the direction of U.S. equities will likely be driven by:

Big Tech earnings performance and AI investment outlook
Further developments in U.S.–Iran negotiations
Signals from the Federal Reserve on future policy direction

Overall, markets remain balanced between strong structural growth themes, particularly in AI, and near-term uncertainties stemming from geopolitics and monetary policy.

Technical Analysis

NASDAQ, H4

Nasdaq is trading higher, currently testing the 27,455.00 resistance level, a key ceiling for further upside.

A confirmed breakout above 27,455.00 could extend gains toward 28,525.00, reinforcing bullish continuation.

However, momentum is showing early signs of fatigue. The MACD is turning lower, while the RSI at 69 is approaching overbought territory, suggesting a potential near-term correction.

If bullish momentum weakens, the index may retrace toward the 26,385.00 support level, with deeper downside toward 25,060.00.

Resistance Levels: 27455.00, 28525.00

Support Levels: 26385.00, 25060.00

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