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Jerome Powell Hints at Rate Cuts in September: Here is What You Need to Know

Michael Juanico by Michael Juanico
August 22, 2025
in FINANCE, OPINION, POLITICS
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  • Powell’s Jackson Hole speech sent stocks soaring as traders priced in a 90% chance of a September rate cut.
  • Major indexes broke higher: Dow hit an all-time high, S&P posted its biggest gain since May, and Russell 2000 surged nearly 4%.
  • Optimism around earnings, trade, and monetary easing continues to drive U.S. equities toward record territory.

Wall Street lit up on Friday after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted that a long-awaited rate cut may finally be on the table. Speaking at the Jackson Hole Symposium, Powell kept his message tight but dovish, saying the Fed could act at its September 16–17 meeting—though jobs and inflation data will ultimately steer the decision.

“Powell gave a clear, concise speech with a strong dovish tone,” noted Jack McIntyre, portfolio manager at Brandywine Global. Markets certainly seemed to agree, with traders quickly hiking their bets to nearly a 90% chance of a September cut, up from around 75% just before the speech. What remains unclear is whether it will be a one-and-done trim or the start of a patient easing cycle.

NEW: 🇺🇸 Jerome Powell says current conditions MAY WARRANT a rate cut in September pic.twitter.com/PGvbeCI6Zb

— BlockNews (@blocknewsdotcom) August 22, 2025

Indexes Break Records

By late morning, the Dow Jones Industrial Average had ripped 902 points higher, climbing 2% to an all-time peak of 45,688. The S&P 500 jumped 1.6% to 6,473, eyeing its biggest single-day gain since May. The Nasdaq Composite wasn’t far behind, gaining almost 2% to 21,513.

Every corner of the market seemed to be catching a bid. Ten of the eleven S&P sectors traded higher—consumer discretionary led with a 2.7% spike, and industrials followed close behind. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index popped 3.3%, while mega-cap names like Tesla surged nearly 5%. Even the Russell 2000, often sensitive to rate swings, exploded 3.9% to notch its best level of the year.

Breaking a Losing Streak

If the momentum holds, the S&P 500 will finally snap its five-day skid that had been fueled by weakness in heavyweight tech. The Dow and S&P are now on track to finish the week slightly higher, while the Nasdaq may log a marginal dip.

This rebound continues a larger trend—U.S. stocks have clawed their way back from April’s sharp drop, which came when President Trump’s tariff announcements rattled investors. Since then, a mix of resilient earnings, optimism on trade deals, and growing expectations for Fed support have driven equities toward record levels again.

Jerome Powell suggested an interest rate cut is imminent – sending stocks soaring. pic.twitter.com/Vz8nZ15YjL

— Karli Bonne’ 🇺🇸 (@KarluskaP) August 22, 2025

Analysts, Movers, and the Road Ahead

UBS Global Wealth Management even boosted its year-end target for the S&P 500 for the second time in two months, banking on strong corporate earnings and the likelihood of easier monetary policy.

Not every stock joined the rally. Intuit slid over 4% after forecasting softer growth for its Mailchimp unit, while Workday dipped 3.6% on a lukewarm outlook. But the broader market breadth was overwhelmingly positive—advancers outnumbered decliners 12 to 1 on the NYSE.

With Powell’s comments fanning optimism and traders pricing in a September cut, Wall Street is back in rally mode. The big question now: will the Fed deliver the fuel that markets are betting on, or will upcoming data cool the fire?

Disclaimer: BlockNews provides independent reporting on crypto, blockchain, and digital finance. All content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Readers should do their own research before making investment decisions. Some articles may use AI tools to assist in drafting, but every piece is reviewed and edited by our editorial team of experienced crypto writers and analysts before publication.
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Michael Juanico

Michael is a BSBA Management graduate from Mindanao State University and has been a professional content writer since 2019. He began exploring cryptocurrency in 2021 and has since made blockchain and digital assets his primary focus. For nearly four years, Michael has contributed research and editorial content at Aiur Labs and BlockNews, producing clear and accessible coverage of market trends, trading strategies, and project developments. He is transparent about his personal holdings in Bitcoin, TRON, and select meme tokens, combining writing expertise with hands-on market experience to deliver trustworthy insights to readers.

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