Dow Dips Over 200 Points; US Industrial Production Increases More than Expected
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Mar 18 2025
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Source: Benzinga
U.S. Stock Market Performance: U.S. stocks fell this morning, with the Dow Jones down approximately 200 points and significant declines in consumer discretionary shares, while energy shares saw a slight increase.
Economic Indicators: U.S. industrial production rose by 0.7% in February, exceeding expectations, while housing starts surged by 11.2%. However, building permits declined by 1.2%, and import prices increased by 0.4%.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
