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2025-09-17 16:03:36
Germany's DAX Index Rises 0.5%, Leading European Stock Markets Await the Fed's Decision. ⑴ The Frankfurt DAX Index rose 0.5%, breaking through the 23,400 point mark, outperforming other major European indices. ⑵ Investors are focused on the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, to be announced later today. Markets generally expect a 25 basis point cut, the first since 2025. ⑶ The market is closely watching Fed Chairman Powell's speech for signals on the future path of easing. ⑷ SAP shares led the market higher, rising nearly 4%; Rheinmetall rose 2.6%, Porsche shares rose 1.4%, and Merck Group rose 1.1%.
