U.S. stock futures moved higher after a weaker-than-expected jobs report reduced concerns that the Federal Reserve will need to raise interest rates further. Softer labor market...
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August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
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Wall Street Splits After Jobs Data: Dow Surges 400 Points While Nasdaq Lags
U.S. stocks turned in a mixed performance after the release of fresh labor market data, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbing roughly 400 points while...
Wall Street Trades Cautiously Ahead of Key U.S. Jobs Report
U.S. stock futures and major indexes moved tentatively as investors held back ahead of the closely watched monthly jobs report. The data is expected to offer...
Jobless Claims Remain Elevated but Labor Market Holds Steady
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits stayed above recent norms in the latest weekly reading, though seasonal factors are distorting the data and the...