Geopolitical Concerns Mount, Crude Oil Gains, Asia And Europe Markets Mixed - Global Markets Today While US Slept
Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi
U.S. markets closed lower due to concerns over the September payrolls report and rising oil prices amid Middle East tensions. Jobless claims increased slightly, and most S&P 500 sectors saw losses, except for energy and IT. Asian markets were mixed, with Japan's Nikkei rising and Australia's ASX falling. European markets showed modest gains, while oil prices rose due to geopolitical concerns.
October 04, 2024 | 10:57 am
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The S&P 500 closed lower by 0.17% as investors anticipate the September payrolls report and react to rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions.
The S&P 500's decline is attributed to investor caution ahead of the payrolls report and the impact of rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions, affecting market sentiment.
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Oil prices rose due to Middle East tensions, with WTI and Brent crude gaining around 9% this week, impacting the United States Oil Fund (USO).
The rise in oil prices due to geopolitical tensions directly benefits USO, which tracks oil price movements, likely leading to a short-term price increase.
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IMPORTANCE 80
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