Stocks Fall as Investors Await Fed Decision This Week

The stock market closed lower on Monday as investors stayed cautious ahead of the upcoming Federal Reserve policy meeting.

Overall, S&P 500 fell 0.4% to 6,847 after nearing its all-time high last Friday. Meanwhile, NASDAQ slid 0.1% to 23,546.

Chart of the Day

Here is the one-year chart of Amphenol (APH) as of November 10, 2025, when the stock was at $142.

Connector manufacturer Amphenol is having a stellar year, with strong growth in all its markets including exceptional growth in the IT datacom market.

Last quarter, the company reported 86% profit growth, which whipped analyst estimates of 58%, as revenue increased 53% versus estimates of 36%.

In terms of end markets, IT and Data Communications sales grew 128% year-over-year last quarter, while Communications Networks jumped 165%.

Amphenol is a top stock in the stock market and is on pace to deliver 74% profit growth on 50% revenue growth in 2025.

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