Morning Report 18 Sep 25: Fed cuts rates by 0.25%

Wall Street ended mixed in choppy trade after the Federal Reserve cut rates and signalled a cautious path for further easing. Fed Chair Jerome Powell cited labour market weakness as a key factor in the decision. Bond yields rose following the Fed move and Powell’s comments, while oil prices eased on U.S. demand concerns. Back home, SPI futures indicate an early loss for the ASX 200, with Aussie shares expected to decline ahead of key jobs data. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.