Bearish
Russell 2000 declines 0.4% to 2,858.81 amid Federal Reserve rate hike.
The Russell 2000 index fell 0.4% to 2,858.81 on September 16, 2026, following the Federal Reserve's first interest rate increase in three years aimed at combating persistent inflation. The Fed's indication of potential future rate hikes contributed to market apprehension, impacting small-cap stocks.
Key points
- Federal Reserve raises interest rates for first time in three years.
- Fed signals possibility of more rate hikes ahead.
- Russell 2000 index declines 0.4% to 2,858.81.
- Year-to-date, Russell 2000 up 15.2%.
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