The term “tapering” has been on everyone’s lips lately, as the Federal Reserve has been discussing the possibility of scaling back its asset purchase program. But what does this actually mean for stocks? On one hand, it’s possible that the Fed’s announcement could lead to a stock market sell-off. After all, investors may be concerned […]
What Does Fed Tapering Mean For Stocks
On Wednesday, December 18, the Federal Reserve announced it would begin tapering its monthly asset purchases by $10 billion starting in January. This decision, which was widely expected, signals the Fed’s belief that the economy is continuing to strengthen. What does this mean for stocks? The initial reaction from the markets was negative, with the […]
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