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This financial markets analysis examines how tech stocks, including Palantir Technologies, surged following the Federal Reserve's 25 basis point interest rate cut in 2025.

The article explores how major technology stocks responded positively to the Fed's monetary policy decision, despite initial market concerns about fewer anticipated rate cuts in 2026. The central bank's move was driven by weakening labor market signals, with lower rates typically benefiting equities by reducing business borrowing costs and making bonds less attractive to investors.

• Palantir Technologies jumped 5.4% alongside other tech companies like Zscaler (+4.1%) and Twilio (+4.4%)
• The S&P 500 and Nasdaq positioned to open at record levels following the rate cut announcement
• Fed Chair Powell's dot plot initially spooked markets by indicating only one cut likely for 2026 versus three expected
• Lower interest rates generally drive capital from fixed-income investments into the equity market, boosting stock valuations