US stocks: US market closes down sharply after Fed holds rates unchanged

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Wall Street experienced a sharp decline as the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates. AI-related chip stocks also saw further losses ahead of key earnings reports. Investors are concerned about the sustainability of AI spending and increasing competition from China. Major companies like Microsoft and Meta Platforms are set to release their quarterly results soon. The market anticipates potential future interest rate hikes due to ongoing inflation concerns.