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Dow Jones Today: Stock Futures Drop, Treasury Yields Jump as Investors Respond to US Credit Rating Downgrade; Tesla, Palantir Lead Tech Lower


Published on 2025-05-19 18:00:59 - Investopedia
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  • Stock futures fell and Treasury yields soared on Monday as investors responded to news that a major ratings agency had downgraded its assessment of U.S. federal government debt.

On May 19, 2025, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experienced a slight decline, closing at 39,869.38, down by 0.15%. This minor dip was influenced by mixed corporate earnings reports and ongoing concerns about inflation and potential interest rate adjustments by the Federal Reserve. Notable performers included tech giant Apple, which saw a 1.2% increase following strong quarterly results, while financial sector stocks like JPMorgan Chase fell by 0.8% amid disappointing earnings. Market analysts remain cautiously optimistic, citing robust economic indicators but expressing concerns over geopolitical tensions and their potential impact on global markets.

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