Daily Finance Pulse USA – 10 October 2025
US markets ended lower on October 9, 2025, with the S&P 500 falling 0.28% to 6,735.11 and Nasdaq down 0.08% to 23,024.63, as Fed Chair Powell offered no fresh rate cut guidance amid the government shutdown entering its ninth day and limited economic data. Dow dropped 0.52% to 46,358.42; investors paused the rally ahead of earnings season. Oil slipped to $65.90, gold dipped from highs, Bitcoin fell to 121,796. US exchanges are open for regular trading. Sentiment is neutral, with consolidation after recent records amid policy caution.
1/10
S&P 500 Falls 0.28% to 6,735.11 After Record Highs
October 9, 2025 · S&P 500 dropped 18.61 points to 6,735.11, pulling back from intraday record; sectors mixed with materials down 1.5%.
Impact: Consolidation sets in; support at 6,700, watch for earnings to sustain momentum.
2/10
Nasdaq Slips 0.08% to 23,024.63 on Rotation
October 9, 2025 · Nasdaq Composite fell 18.75 points to 23,024.63; tech flat, VIX up slightly to 16.5 amid AI rally reevaluation.
Impact: Tech breadth narrows; broader participation needed to avoid further pullback.
3/10
Dow Drops 0.52% to 46,358.42 Amid Shutdown
October 9, 2025 · Dow Jones declined 243.36 points to 46,358.42; industrials and housing sectors lag on data delays.
Impact: Defensives hold; prolonged shutdown risks sentiment if no resolution.
4/10
Powell Offers No New Rate Cut Guidance in Remarks
October 9, 2025 · Fed Chair Powell's pre-recorded speech at community bank conference stresses caution on inflation risks, no updates on path.
Impact: Easing odds dip slightly to 94%; markets await more data amid shutdown void.
5/10
Government Shutdown Delays Key Economic Releases
October 9, 2025 · Shutdown in day 9 halts data like jobs report; CPI due today may face gaps, impacting Fed views.
Impact: Uncertainty heightens volatility; proxy indicators critical for policy bets.
6/10
Delta, PepsiCo Beat Earnings on Consumer Strength
October 9, 2025 · Delta EPS $2.05 vs $1.75 est, PepsiCo $2.58 vs $2.54; both up 4% on steady demand despite inflation.
Impact: Positive for cyclicals; signals resilience in spending ahead of banks.
7/10
Lowe's Shares Fall on Housing Weakness
October 9, 2025 · Lowe's down 1% to $228, ninth straight weekly loss on soft demand; sector down 2% amid margins squeeze.
Impact: Homebuilders vulnerable; rate sensitivity tests sector further.
8/10
Dollar Holds at 101.10 Amid Fed Caution
October 10, 2025 · DXY steady at 101.10; EUR/USD 1.0845, no major moves post-Powell.
Impact: Limited forex volatility; EM assets stable but watch CPI for shift.
9/10
Oil Dips to $65.90 on Global Demand Fears
October 10, 2025 · WTI down 0.5% to $65.90; OPEC+ steady but China slowdown weighs.
Impact: Energy lags indices; below $65 risks sector selloff.
10/10
Bitcoin Dips to 121,796 Amid Risk Pause
October 10, 2025 · Bitcoin falls to 121,796 (-0.1%); correction in wedge pattern, support at 117,800.
Impact: Crypto mirrors equities pullback; rebound to 129,000 if bulls defend.