The bond market swings, but US stocks remain steady after the Fed says it won't raise interest rates

The U.S. stock market remained steady after the Federal Reserve said it would not raise interest rates, even as the bond market experienced swings.

Stocks Hold Firm

The contrasting moves put the focus on the different reactions across financial markets. Equities showed limited movement following the Fed’s statement, while bonds responded with greater volatility.

Markets React to the Fed

The decision provides the central development for investors in the report: the Federal Reserve is not planning to increase interest rates. The available information does not provide further details on the size of the bond-market moves or the outlook for future policy.

As of Oct. 29, 2026, the immediate market picture was one of steady U.S. stocks alongside a more unsettled bond market.