Stock futures rise after Thursday's big sell-off; key jobs report looms: Live updates
Published On Mar 6, 2025, 6:03 PM
Stock futures are rising as traders look past recent turmoil related to U.S. trade policy and prepare for the upcoming February jobs report. Following a significant sell-off on Thursday, where the market dropped sharply due to tariff concerns, futures linked to major indices like the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq have shown positive movement. Analysts express uncertainty in the market as they try to gauge the impacts of the fluctuating trade policies. The next major event for investors is the payrolls report, set to provide insights into job growth and economic health, which could affect market sentiment.
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Given the rebound in futures, there may be a temporary positive sentiment in the market, especially if the upcoming payrolls report exceeds expectations. Investors could consider looking into ETFs or stocks that are sensitive to job growth or economic recovery.
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