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US stocks today: Nasdaq crashes 1,100 pts, Dow 600 pts as chip stocks slide; jobs data fuels rate hike fears

Wall Street tumbled as a strong U.S. jobs report dimmed hopes of rate cuts, triggering a sharp selloff in overheated tech and chip stocks. The Nasdaq plunged over 4%, ending a nine-week rally, while persistent Middle East tensions and rising yields further pressured investor sentiment.

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Why is the US stock market down today? Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq crash big as strong jobs report, rising Treasury yields and AI stock selloff shake Wall Street — here are today's biggest gainers and losers

Why is the stock market down today? A hotter-than-expected jobs report erased any lingering hope for near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts — and the US stock market is paying a steep price for that reality check. The Dow Jones fell more than 400 points, the S&P 500 lost 1.8%, and…

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S&P 500 could end 9-week winning streak, Dow and Nasdaq fall - here are reasons why US stock market is down today June 5

S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq down today: Wall Street ended the week in the red as a robust US jobs report fueled fears of prolonged high interest rates. Tech stocks, especially semiconductors, bore the brunt of the sell-off. Investors are now seeking refuge in defensive sectors, while global shipping and…

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Stocks slump as Big Tech sinks and a strong May jobs report boosts odds for higher interest rates

Stocks are sinking on Wall Street as big technology companies lost ground and weighed down the broader market

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3 warnings from analysts on the truth lurking beneath the 'barnburner' jobs report — and why America's AI hiring crisis is far from over

There's no doubt that 172,000 payrolls added in May blew past expectations. But you have to look closely at where they were added.

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Stocks slide as Big Tech sinks and bond yields surge after a strong May jobs report

Stocks slipped on Wall Street Friday as big technology companies lost ground and weighed down the broader market

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US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq slides as chip stocks fall, jobs data fuels hawkish Fed fears

Markets saw a dip on Friday. Chipmaker stocks weakened after a strong rally. A better-than-expected jobs report fueled expectations of a US Federal Reserve interest rate hike. Investors shifted funds to other sectors. Lululemon Athletica's profit forecast cut also impacted market sentiment. Cooper Companies reported strong results.

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NYSE Content Update: AstraZeneca Celebrates Largest Transfer in NYSE History

NEW YORK, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on June 5thInvestors are reacting to the May jobs…

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Stock Index Futures Slip as Tech Slide Deepens, U.S. Jobs Report in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.31%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.88% this morning as investors continue to pull back from the AI trade, while cautiously awaiting the key U.S. jobs report.

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U.S Stock Market on Friday: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq, Russell 2000 investors eye May jobs report. Check VIX volatility index, list of key Wall Street factors

U.S Stock Market investors will keep an eye on the latest jobs report. It will indicate the health of the economy amid fears of rising inflation.

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May Jobs Report Comes In Hot, Keeps Fed Focused on Inflation

The May jobs report was released Friday morning and came in much higher than economists expected..

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US Stock Market: Jobs data, AI earnings to test Wall Street rally amid inflation risks loom

Investors are closely watching the U.S. jobs report and Broadcom's earnings this week amid concerns that persistent inflation and potential interest rate hikes could derail the strong equity rally. While AI enthusiasm fueled recent gains, economic data and Fed policy expectations remain key drivers for market direction.

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Jobs Data, Tech Earnings and Other Key Things to Watch this Week

Markets face a big week focused almost entirely on labor market assessment as comprehensive employment data builds toward Friday's May jobs report at 8:30am that will provide crucial insights into whether the labor market is stabilizing or continuing to deteriorate.

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Wall Street Week Ahead: Jobs report on tap for soaring US stocks as rate path, bond yields eyed as risks

Indian markets are watching US economic indicators next week. Investors are concerned about rising inflation and potential interest rate hikes. The upcoming jobs report and Broadcom's earnings will be crucial. These events could impact the ongoing rally in US stocks. Market participants are closely monitoring these developments for future investment…

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Strong April Jobs Report Keeps Rate Cuts on Hold

The April jobs report shows the labor market remains stable and will likely keep the Fed focused on inflation for the time being.

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Jobs, Earnings and Other Key Things to Watch this Week

Markets enter a big week following last week's Federal Reserve meeting and mega-cap technology earnings convergence, with focus now shifting to Friday's April jobs report at 8:30am that will provide insights into labor market health amid geopolitical uncertainties and energy-driven economic pressures.

Fortune

The jobs report looks good ‘for the wrong reasons,’ top economist warns: It’s hiding how many Americans are giving up

The strong March number takes rate cuts off the table, and lets the Fed focus squarely on inflation.

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Iran, Oil Prices and Other Key Things to Watch this Week

Markets enter a huge week as the final days of March bring an explosive convergence of catalysts including Friday's jobs report, Q1 vehicle production and delivery numbers from Tesla (TSLA), Rivian (RIVN), and major Chinese EV makers, and escalating Iran war concerns as President Trump's 10-day warning window approaches.

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Iran War, CPI and Other Key Thing to Watch this Week

Markets enter a critical week following last week's February jobs report that showed the U.S. economy lost around 92,000 jobs, which was a dramatic miss that has intensified recession concerns and raised questions about economic resilience amid escalating geopolitical tensions.

Fortune

The abysmal February jobs report shatters hopes of a labor market recovery for 2026 and leaves the Fed ‘between a rock and a hard place’

Jobs are negative on net since April, and oil is at $90.

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S&P Futures Slip as Bond Yields Climb After Jump in Oil, Key U.S. Jobs Report in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are trending down -0.53% this morning as Treasury yields continued to rise after another surge in oil prices stoked concerns that the Middle East conflict would drive inflation higher.

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February Jobs Report Shows a Surprise Drop in Payrolls

The Federal Reserve is unlikely to cut interest rates anytime soon, even with a shockingly weak February jobs report. Here's why.

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Fed's Waller says rate cut in March is a 'coin flip' following a strong US jobs report

Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller said Monday that solid job gains in January could mean the central bank can skip a rate cut at its next meeting in March, a move that would likely spur further attacks by President Donald Trump

Kiplinger

Strong Jobs Report Leaves Markets Flat: Stock Market Today

Investors, traders and speculators are taking time to weigh the latest labor market data against their hopes for lower interest rates.

Fortune

Nightmarish labor market finally shows signs of letting up—and ‘vindication’ for Jerome Powell

“Low-hire, low-fire” is so 2025-coded as January suggests companies may actually be hiring in 2026. This jobs report made Maria Bartiromo say, “Wow.”

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