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Nasdaq Hits Record Close as S&P 500 Gains Ahead of Fed Decision

U.S. stock markets ended the week stronger, with the Nasdaq reaching a new high and the S&P 500 posting gains as investors await the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision.

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  • Federal Reserve Policy Decision: A scheduled announcement from the U.S. central bank outlining interest rate changes or other monetary policy measures that influence financial markets.
  • S&P 500: A stock market index tracking the performance of 500 large companies listed on U.S. exchanges.
  • Nasdaq Composite: A stock market index heavily weighted towards technology companies, tracking more than 3,000 stocks listed on the Nasdaq exchange.