US Stocks Mixed Ahead of Fed Rate Decision and Tech Earnings

US stocks traded in a narrow range as chipmaker gains offset declines in megacap shares. Investors awaited the Federal Reserve rate decision and upcoming earnings reports from major technology companies.

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Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., September 25, 2026.  REUTERS/Brendan McDermid

United States equities moved mixed during the Wednesday morning session as chipmaker gains offset declines in megacaps. The S&P 500 rose 16.89 points, or 0.22%, to 7,739.58. Investors are balancing strong artificial intelligence infrastructure demand against upcoming monetary policy decisions.