Stock futures rise as oil prices fall sharply, investors await jobs report: Live updates
United States stock futures are climbing while oil prices drop sharply ahead of the September employment numbers. Dow futures gained 299 points as investors evaluate the potential path of the Federal Reserve. Meanwhile, contrasting regional reports show Asian markets facing pressure from an oil rally and bond yields, while US stock futures show differing degrees of movement with some reports noting futures are little changed. Market participants look to the upcoming employment data for vital insights into the strength of the labor market and broader American economy.
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- ✓ US stock futures rose as oil prices fell ahead of the September jobs report.
- ✓ September jobs report is expected to show a labor market that is holding steady.
- ✓ Major averages are heading for a losing week as higher yields keep stocks under pressure.
What changed
US stock futures turned upward alongside falling oil prices, shifting away from earlier reports of flat futures.
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US Stock Futures Rise and Oil Falls as Markets Await Jobs Data
United States stock futures are climbing while oil prices drop sharply ahead of the September employment numbers. Dow futures gained 299 points as investors evaluate the potential path of the Federal Reserve. Meanwhile, contrasting regional reports show Asian markets facing pressure from an oil rally and bond yields, while US stock futures show differing degrees of movement with some reports noting futures are little changed. Market participants look to the upcoming employment data for vital insights into the strength of the labor market and broader American economy.
Why it matters
Major averages are tracking toward a losing week because rising bond yields continue to pressure equities. Investors watch employment figures closely to gauge upcoming monetary policy decisions from the Federal Reserve. Energy price fluctuations also play a significant role in dictating global stock trends.
What is confirmed
- US stock futures rose as oil prices fell ahead of the September jobs report.
- September jobs report is expected to show a labor market that is holding steady.
- Major averages are heading for a losing week as higher yields keep stocks under pressure.
Still unconfirmed
- Dow futures are up 299 points.
- Brent crude drops below $100.
What to watch next
- Release of the September jobs report
- Federal Reserve policy announcements
- Movements in bond yields and oil prices
confidence 85%Sources used for this update (9)
- economictimes.indiatimes.com — Dow Jones
- CNBC — Stock futures are little changed as September jobs report looms: Live updates
- Yahoo Finance — September’s jobs report is expected to show a labor market that’s holding steady
- Bloomberg.com — Asian Stocks to Fall on Oil Rally, Bonds in Focus: Markets Wrap
- www.cnbc.com — Stock market today: Live updates - CNBC
- The New York Times — Jobs Report to Bring Insights on U.S. Economy: Live Updates
- WSJ — Jobs Report Today: Bond Market Steadies as Investors Await Employment Numbers — Live Updates
- www.analyticsinsight.net — US Stock Futures Rise as Oil Prices Fall Ahead of Jobs Report
- www.headlinesorbit.com — U.S. Futures Rise as Oil Prices Fall & Jobs Data Looms
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