On December 5, 2024, the U.S. stock market closed mixed, with the Dow Jones posting a modest gain while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite saw declines. The market reacted to the latest Non-Farm Payrolls report, which showed steady job growth but raised concerns over rising wages and inflation. The technology sector led the losses, with stocks like Nvidia and Apple falling. Investors remain cautious ahead of upcoming inflation data and continue to monitor geopolitical risks that could impact global markets.