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TradeUP Thursday

September. 18, 2025

Today’s Editions

  • Will NVIDIA’s blockbuster Intel deal reshape the future of semiconductors?
  • Can U.S.-China talks ease tensions—or spark new uncertainties?
  • Fed’s rate cut: a market lifeline or a warning sign ahead?
MARKET MOVEMENTS
Dow Jones
46,056.55
(+0.08%)
S&P 500
6,626.85
(+0.40%)
Nasdaq
22,439.11
(+0.80%)
Opening price as of 09/18/2025 compared to last close
IN THE HEADLINES

NVIDIA Bets Big on Intel

Nvidia is investing $5 billion in Intel, buying shares at $23.28 each. The partnership will co-develop chips for PCs and data centers, combining Nvidia’s AI tech with Intel’s CPUs. Intel’s stock surged on the news, reflecting optimism about the collaboration.

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U.S.-China Relations Enter a New Phase

From TikTok negotiations to NVIDIA’s role in the tech race, the U.S. and China are edging closer to a new framework agreement. With Trump and Xi expected to meet this Friday, markets are watching closely for signs of progress, or confrontation.

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Fed Cuts Rates for the First Time in Two Years

The Federal Reserve has lowered interest rates by 25 basis points, signaling concerns about slowing growth after its “higher-for-longer” stance. Investors now face the question: will this cut boost markets or deepen worries?

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Fed’s Rate Cut: What It Means for Your Wallet

With the Fed lowering rates, borrowers may benefit from cheaper mortgages, auto loans, and credit card interest over time. On the flip side, savers could see lower yields on deposits and CDs. Investors may find support in equities as borrowing costs ease, but bond yields are likely to decline further. Overall, the cut shifts the balance from saving to spending—rewarding borrowers while pressuring savers.

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Yield Curve

The yield curve charts U.S. Treasury yields from short bills to long bonds. Its shape signals market expectations: a normal curve suggests steady growth, a flat curve reflects uncertainty, and an inverted curve often warns of recession. That’s why investors see it as a key gauge of the economy, inflation, and Fed policy.

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