US stocks (^DJI,^GSPC, ^IXIC) are under pressure as Wall Street kicks off its first trading day of September. The market's worst month historically is especially unique this time around as the Federal Reserve gears up for its first interest rate cut.

Morning Brief Anchors Brad Smith and Madison Mills explain why September is so bad for markets and what investors should watch throughout the month.

For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Morning Brief.

This post was written by Melanie Riehl