U.S. stocks rose in September 2025, defying historical declines amid strong earnings and hopes for Fed rate cuts.

Despite historical trends, U.S. stock markets showed resilience in September 2025, defying the so-called "September curse" that often brings declines. Major indices closed higher, driven by stronger-than-expected corporate earnings and optimism over potential Federal Reserve rate cuts later in the year. Investors remained cautiously optimistic amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and inflation data that showed modest cooling. The rally was broad-based, with technology and consumer sectors leading gains.