The U.S. stock market closed sharply lower on January 4, 2024, following the release of the Federal Reserve’s December FOMC meeting minutes. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 0.7%, while the Nasdaq Composite dropped 2.1% due to weak performances by large-cap technology stocks. The S&P 500 also declined by 0.8%. This downturn was influenced by concerns over the timing of the first interest rate cut and mixed economic data. Additionally, manufacturing activities showed contraction for the 14th consecutive month. Investors were particularly affected by the uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s future interest rate cuts.
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