Stocks Edge Up as Investors Await Fed Decision on Rates; Japan Ends Negative Interest Rate Policy

Stocks rose Tuesday as investors awaited the Fed's policy decision. The S&P 500 rose 0.3%, the Dow gained 0.7%, and the Nasdaq was up 0.1%.

Attention is on the Fed's meeting and whether there will be any clues about future rate cuts. The policy decision is due Wednesday.

Japan's central bank ended its negative interest rate policy after 17 years, marking the end of an unconventional era for global central banks.

A major realtor lawsuit settlement could mean homebuyers have to start paying buyers' agent commissions, adding costs for homebuyers.

Nvidia shares slid 3% after its annual conference amid broader market declines ahead of the Fed statement. The company unveiled a new faster AI chip.