Closing Bell Overtime: Stocks Sell Off Following Powell Presser 3/18/26

Stocks sell off following Jay Powell’s presser. Former Federal Reserve Vice Chairman Alan Blinder explains what the Fed’s latest messaging signals for policy and the path ahead. Micron earnings with instant reaction from CFRA’s Angelo Zino. Venu Krishna, Head of U.S. Equity Strategy at Barclays, talks the broader market outlook following the Fed’s rates decision and the ongoing war with Iran. Craig Siegenthaler of Bank of America makes the case for private credit as a buying opportunity and explains where he sees value in the current environment.