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Updated · Seeking Alpha · Jul 2
Nasdaq 100 Futures Fall 0.38% as Investors Await Early Jobs Report
Updated
Updated · Seeking Alpha · Jul 2

Nasdaq 100 Futures Fall 0.38% as Investors Await Early Jobs Report

3 articles · Updated · Seeking Alpha · Jul 2

Summary

  • Nasdaq 100 futures slipped 0.38% on Thursday, leading a mixed start for U.S. stock index futures ahead of the closely watched nonfarm payrolls release.
  • The jobs report is due a day early because of the July 4 Independence Day holiday, putting labor-market data at the center of trading before the cash session.
  • S&P 500 futures were mixed alongside the Nasdaq move, underscoring a cautious market tone rather than a broad risk-off selloff.

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