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US Stock Market today: Why are S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Jones, Russell 2000 down ahead of Veterans Day 2026? Check key Wall Street stocks
S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Jones, Russell 2000 -- all indexes of the US Stock Market were down ahead of Veterans Day 2026.
US stocks: US market falls as hot inflation, hawkish Fed fuel rate-hike fears
US stocks closed lower after hotter-than-expected inflation data strengthened expectations of a December Federal Reserve rate hike and raised the possibility of more aggressive tightening. Rising Treasury yields and weakness in technology stocks, particularly Nvidia, weighed on the market, while investors also assessed hawkish Fed comments and Anthropic’s upcoming IPO.
Nasdaq futures slip with Nvidia woes, Anthropic IPO in focus
Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang is facing scrutiny, impacting investor sentiment in the tech sector. Anthropic is preparing for a huge initial public offering, potentially raising $64.4 billion. The market is anxious about upcoming inflation data that could influence stock performance. Cooling oil prices have provided some optimism among investors and pushed Dow futures higher. Concerns over the sustainability of the AI boom continue to linger in the background.
Dollar sellers hit pause for US inflation data
The trade and sentiment-sensitive Australian dollar rose by nearly 1% through Monday to sit at $0.6921 early on Tuesday and the New Zealand dollar rose even further to trade at $0.5624, with both steady in morning Asia trade.
US stocks: Dow rockets 1,100 points, S&P over 2% as oil slide cools inflation worries; Nvidia slumps
US stocks experienced a notable upswing on Monday following a decline in oil prices that calmed inflation worries and propelled market growth. The S&P 500 rebounded significantly after the midterm elections, with gains in nine sector indexes. Nvidia's shares fell amid uncertainty over CEO Jensen Huang's future. Analysts argue the stock market's prior drop was exaggerated, with investors now keenly awaiting inflation reports to gauge Federal Reserve responses.
$57.2 billion Treasury cash drain hits Wall Street this week: Why semiconductor stocks and SMH ETF investors face more volatility, with a bigger liquidity test coming in 2027
Upcoming Treasury bill settlements on November 10 and 12 are expected to withdraw $57.2 billion from markets. The VanEck Semiconductor ETF has already experienced a notable decline since October, losing nearly 25 percent of its value. Historical trading data indicates that semiconductor stocks perform better when Treasury bill issuance is lower. A potential easing of liquidity pressure may occur in December due to reduced auction sizes.

Bond yields muddy the books as banks prepare for new accounting rules
With a new accounting framework approaching in April 2027, Indian banks like Canara Bank and Central Bank of India are adjusting their transition costs and reassessing their portfolios. Recent fluctuations in government bond yields, driven by economic factors such as oil prices and currency volatility, have led banks to increase their expected credit loss provisions.

Planning to invest in gold and silver this Diwali? 7 experts decode the risks, outlook and allocation strategy
During the festive season of Diwali, many investors in India turn to gold and silver as traditional investment choices. With the backdrop of rising energy costs and inflation, the prices of these metals have seen fluctuations. Financial experts recommend that in the face of current market volatility, it might be wise for investors to reassess their strategies.

Nasdaq rebounds but posts fourth straight weekly decline
On Friday, technology stocks saw a significant rebound, boosting investor optimism about growth in artificial intelligence amidst recent market fluctuations. The semiconductor sector soared, primarily driven by impressive gains from Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices. Although this recovery was strong, the Nasdaq recorded its fourth consecutive weekly fall, hinting at a mixed market outlook. Job indicators remain strong, influencing Federal Reserve interest rate hike expectations.

US stocks today: Nasdaq rebounds from tech rout but extends weekly losing streak to four weeks
US stocks rebound as chipmakers recover from Thursday's steep selloff, but the Nasdaq records its fourth consecutive weekly decline. Nvidia, AMD and Sandisk lead technology gains as investors reassess AI investment concerns. Strong October jobs data also revive December Fed rate hike bets, adding another challenge for Wall Street.

US stock market today: Why is the Nasdaq up 1% while the Dow Jones falls? S&P 500 turns green amid tech stock volatility and Fed rate hike fears over strong October jobs report
US stock market today: Wall Street is seeing a split recovery on Friday after Thursday's AI-led sell-off. The Nasdaq has jumped 1.02%, while the Dow Jones has fallen 0.90% and the S&P 500 gained 0.29%. Nvidia, AMD, Intel, Broadcom and Micron were among the chipmakers recording gains in early trading. Nvidia's rebound has been particularly important because of its large weight in the broader market.
US employers added a surprising 165,000 jobs in October; unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%
US employers added 165,000 jobs last month, surpassing economists' expectations and bringing the unemployment rate down to 4.1%. The Labor Department also revised previous months' job figures upwards, indicating stronger hiring trends.

US stock market today: Dow futures fall 475 points as S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures rebound, Nvidia, Micron and AMD lead chip recovery after $3 trillion AI-driven Wall Street selloff
US stock market futures are mixed today, Friday, Nov. 6, after Thursday’s nearly $3 trillion AI-led selloff, as chip shares attempt a rebound. Dow futures are down 475 points, while S&P 500 futures gain 0.26% to 7,402.50 and Nasdaq futures rise 1.33% to 27,107.75. The Nasdaq plunged 5.52% yesterday; the S&P 500 fell 4.36% and the Dow lost 3.44%.

Gold may glitter at Rs 1.68 lakh as global uncertainties bolster outlook: Report
Gold prices in India could rise to ₹1.60-1.68 lakh per 10 grams over the next 6-12 months, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services (MOFSL), which sees price corrections as buying opportunities amid sustained investment demand and central-bank purchases..

Gold's 192% Dhanteras rally: Rs 92,000 jump in five years, but can the yellow metal reclaim its lost shine in 2027?
Gold has delivered nearly 192% returns over the past five Dhanteras celebrations, but a sharp correction from its January peak has clouded the outlook. Experts assess whether investors should buy the dip, while brokerages share their gold and silver price targets for 2027.

Gold price prediction: Will gold bounce back on Wednesday? Check outlook for November 4
On the MCX, gold prices ended flat, while silver gained momentum to close higher. As for international prices, spot gold dipped 0.3% to $3,948.75 per ounce, while US gold futures for December delivery gained 0.1% to $3,943.20. Spot silver fell 0.2% to $49.67 per ounce.

US Midterm Results 2026: Democrats projected to seize control of both Houses, DDHQ says
In US midterm elections 2026, Democrats are expected to gain control of both the House and Senate. This change in Congress is seen as a significant setback for Republicans. Voter dissatisfaction with living costs and opposition to the war in Iran contributed to the Democratic gains. As a result, Democrats will have increased influence over legislative decisions and administration oversight.

US midterm elections: Early Democratic wins rattle Wall Street
Early Democratic victories in key US Senate races have raised expectations of a potential shift in control of Congress, although the final outcome remains uncertain. The emerging results triggered a sharp reaction across financial markets, with US stock futures falling, Treasury yields declining and the dollar weakening as investors assessed the implications of a possible Democratic sweep.

MCX gold prices at Rs 1.39 lakh/10 gram; silver tanks Rs 2,000/kg as US jobs data fuels rate hike bets. Key levels to track ahead of Dhanteras
In the domestic market, MCX silver futures for December 2026 delivery were down by Rs 2,000 to Rs 1,77,784 per kg. Gold futures for December 2026 delivery fell marginally to Rs 1,30,300 per 10 grams.
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