U.S. stock markets closed lower on October 3, 2024, as investors awaited key labor data and monitored geopolitical risks in the Middle East. With the Dow Jones down 0.44% and S&P 500 slipping 0.17%, market sentiment remains cautious ahead of the non-farm payrolls report, which will likely influence Federal Reserve interest rate decisions.
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Daily Market Snapshot: October 1, 2024
U.S. stocks ended lower on October 1, 2024, as geopolitical tensions spiked after Iran launched missiles at Israel. While defense stocks rose, major indexes fell with the Dow Jones down 0.41% and the Nasdaq dropping over 1.5%
Daily Market Snapshot: September 17, 2024
U.S. stocks closed nearly flat on September 17, 2024, as the market awaits the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision. The S&P 500 hit an all-time intraday high before ending with modest gains, while the Dow Jones slipped and the Nasdaq rose 0.20%.
Daily Market Snapshot: September 16, 2024
U.S. stocks had mixed results on September 16, 2024, with tech stocks dragging the Nasdaq lower, while the Dow Jones and S&P 500 posted gains. Investors are focused on the upcoming Federal Reserve decision and its potential 50 basis point rate cut.