The Fear & Greed Index tracks market sentiment, showing a decline on Wednesday as stocks fell after the Fed's policy decision.

The CNN Business Fear & Greed Index measures market sentiment based on fear and greed, with a current reading of 39.3 in the Fear zone.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 499.18 points, or 0.96 per cent, to 51,494.99. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

After hitting a fresh intraday all-time high, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ultimately closed more than 500 points lower on Wednesday.

U.S. stock futures rose after the Fed held rates steady but signaled potential future tightening, while oil prices declined.

The Fear & Greed Index tracks market sentiment, showing a decline on Wednesday as stocks fell after the Fed's policy decision.