Dow Tumbles 1,100 Points; US Economy Adds 228,000 Jobs In March
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Apr 04 2025
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Source: Benzinga
U.S. Stock Market Decline: U.S. stocks fell sharply, with the Dow Jones dropping over 1,100 points due to escalating trade tensions after China announced a retaliatory tariff on U.S. goods, mirroring President Trump's recent tariffs.
Employment Report Highlights: The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a surge in nonfarm payrolls by 228,000 in March, exceeding expectations, while the unemployment rate unexpectedly rose to 4.2%.
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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.
