Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq sell off amid jobs report surprise, fresh inflation worries
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US stocks, including the Dow Jones and S&P 500, fell sharply as a jobs report exceeded expectations, increasing uncertainty about future interest rate hikes.
January 13, 2025 | 2:45 pm
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1.4% due to a stronger-than-expected jobs report, which raised concerns about potential interest rate hikes.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is directly affected by macroeconomic indicators like jobs reports. A stronger-than-expected report suggests a robust economy, which may lead to interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve. This prospect typically pressures stock prices downward.
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The S&P 500 fell 1.4% as the jobs report exceeded expectations, increasing uncertainty about interest rate hikes.
The S&P 500, like the Dow, is sensitive to economic data such as jobs reports. A strong report can lead to expectations of interest rate increases, which can negatively impact stock prices.
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