Thu, March 13, 2025
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Stocks Slip Before the Open as U.S. Shutdown Fears Grow, PPI Data in Focus

S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH25) are down -0.21%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH25) are down -0.36% this morning as concerns about whether Washington lawmakers will avert a government shutdown this weekend contributed to uncertainty regarding the U.
The article discusses the U.S. stock market's reaction to the looming threat of a government shutdown and the upcoming Producer Price Index (PPI) data release. Stocks experienced a decline in premarket trading due to heightened concerns over a potential government shutdown, as negotiations in Congress have stalled. Investors are particularly anxious about the economic implications of a shutdown, including delays in economic data releases and potential disruptions in government services. Additionally, the market is bracing for the PPI data, which could influence the Federal Reserve's future interest rate decisions. The combination of these factors has led to increased market volatility and a cautious approach among investors.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/stocks-slip-before-the-open-as-u-s-shutdown-fears-grow-ppi-data-in-focus/ar-AA1APS6F ]