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S&P 500 Closes Flat as Tech Gains Pressured by Middle East Tensions

The S&P 500 index (Symbol: SP500) remained unchanged as tech shares saw some gains, with Nvidia (Symbol: NVIDIA) rising, but were balanced by a drop in Tesla (Symbol: TSLA). Markets were spooked following geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, with concerns over how a potential escalation might impact global markets. President Biden’s call for proportional response from Israel following Iran’s missile strike kept traders on alert. Private payrolls for September beat expectations, reinforcing a resilient labour market. The focus now turned to the non-farm payrolls, which is expected to provide key insights into the Fed’s next steps. Read more to find out how will S&P 500 index trend.

S&P 500 index trend

Disclaimer:

More clarity can be seen upon the jobs report. Strong data may limit upside due to expectations of less Fed easing, while weaker data could open the door for further rate cuts. With Middle East tensions and supply chain disruptions, traders may seek safety in defensive sectors, with risk management practices being adhered to with strong discipline. Risk management is advised to complement these releases closely for further indications of market trends.

Publication date:

2024-10-05 16:51:27 (GMT)

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