US stock futures were holding near flat levels as investors anticipated the Federal Reserve’s policy decision. The Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced a slight dip in the prior session, reflecting broader market caution ahead of the Fed announcement. Meanwhile, sentiment remained sensitive to developments in US-China relations.
- On Tuesday, the Dow slipped 0.27%.
- Investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s closely-watched policy decision.
- The central bank is widely expected to deliver a 25 basis point rate cut.
The slight decrease in the Dow suggests market sensitivity to upcoming economic policy decisions. All eyes are on the Federal Reserve’s actions and forward guidance, and any surprises could lead to increased volatility. Positive developments regarding international trade relations may help to offset concerns about the macroeconomic outlook, potentially providing some support to the index.