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Wall Street Pauses as Fed Meeting Looms: Futures Hold Steady

U.S. stock futures were little changed on Tuesday as investors awaited the start of the Federal Reserve’s final policy meeting of the year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq futures all hovered near flat, reflecting a cautious mood across Wall Street. The Fed is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged, but traders are focused on Chair Jerome Powell’s comments and the central bank’s updated economic projections. Markets are looking for clues on when rate cuts might begin in 2024, with inflation cooling but still above the Fed’s long-term target. Recent gains in equities have been fueled by optimism that the Fed’s tightening cycle is over, yet uncertainty remains about how quickly monetary policy will shift toward easing. Until then, investors appear content to hold their positions, waiting for clearer signals from the Fed before making bold moves.

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Deadly Blast Strikes Islamabad Court Complex

Members of the forensic team work after a blast outside a court building in Islamabad, Pakistan, November 11, 2025.

A suicide bomber detonated explosives outside a court in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens more. The attack occurred during peak hours as lawyers, police officers, and civilians were gathered near the judicial complex.

Authorities quickly cordoned off the area, and emergency services rushed the wounded to nearby hospitals. Security officials stated that the bomber targeted the entrance of the court, aiming to cause maximum casualties.

No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attack, but Islamabad has faced repeated assaults from militant organizations in recent years. The government condemned the bombing, vowing to strengthen security measures around sensitive institutions and pursue those behind the violence.

The incident underscores ongoing challenges to Pakistan’s internal security and highlights the vulnerability of public spaces in the capital.


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