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Stock Market Today: Dow, Nasdaq and S&P 500 end higher as markets digest China tariffs and jobs data; Meta scores 12th straight win


Published on 2025-02-05 05:41:17 - MarketWatch
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  • Follow all the latest U.S. market action for Tuesday as stocks stage a recovery amid lingering tariff angst; Alphabet earnings on tap.

The article from MarketWatch discusses the current state of the U.S. stock market, focusing on the stability of Dow, S&P, and Nasdaq futures as concerns over tariffs have temporarily subsided. Investors are cautiously optimistic as they await key economic indicators, particularly the upcoming jobs report which could influence the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. The piece highlights a slight recovery in market sentiment following recent trade tensions, with specific mention of the U.S.-China trade negotiations and the potential for a phase one deal. Additionally, it covers reactions to corporate earnings, with some companies beating expectations while others fall short, influencing individual stock performances. The market's direction seems to hinge on both international trade developments and domestic economic data, with investors particularly focused on employment figures that could signal the health of the economy.

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