Stocks dropped on Monday, with the benchmark S&P 500 at a two-month low as bond yields surged after robust payroll numbers last week.
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S&P 500, Dow touch over one-week highs after business activity data
The S&P 500 and the Dow touched over one-week highs after data showed a still robust economy, while small-cap stocks outperformed large-cap indexes.
Read More S&P 500, Dow touch over one-week highs after business activity dataWall St edges lower as volatile week draws to a close
Wall Street’s main indexes capped off a tumultuous week where global markets were rattled and fears of a recession in the world’s biggest economy.
Read More Wall St edges lower as volatile week draws to a closeFederal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady For 2 Decades, Leaves Door Open For Cuts
While maintaining interest rates at their highest point in over 20 years on Wednesday, the Federal Reserve made a suggestion that lower borrowing costs may soon be implemented by policymakers due to slight recent improvements in inflation.
Read More Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady For 2 Decades, Leaves Door Open For CutsWall Street retreats with data, Fed comments in focus
Wall Street’s main indexes edged lower on Monday as investors awaited fresh economic data and comments from Federal Reserve officials throughout the week.
Read More Wall Street retreats with data, Fed comments in focusReport: U.S. Jobless Claims Increase To Highest Level Since August
Unemployment benefit claims have climbed to its highest level since August 2023, initial filings show.
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