US stocks experienced a downturn on Thursday as investors awaited the upcoming jobs report, while Bitcoin saw a significant pullback after reaching a record high of over $103,000. The Dow Jones Industrial Average led the losses, reflecting a pause in the recent stock rally.
On Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed down about 248 points, or 0.55%, ending the session at 44,765.71. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also saw declines, closing at 6,075.11 and 19,700.26, respectively. This pause in the stock market rally comes after a record-setting month in November, where the S&P 500 achieved its best performance of the year.
Bitcoin's price action has been particularly noteworthy. After breaking the $100,000 barrier late Wednesday, the cryptocurrency reached a peak of approximately $103,000 before pulling back to around $99,000. This surge was attributed to the appointment of Paul Atkins as the new chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, a move seen as favorable for the cryptocurrency market.
Investors are eagerly awaiting the release of the November jobs report, which is set to be published on Friday. Analysts predict that the report will show a rebound in hiring, with expectations of 215,000 new jobs added and an unemployment rate holding steady at 4.1%. This follows a disappointing October report, where only 12,000 jobs were added due to various disruptions.
As the stock market pauses its record rally, all eyes are on the upcoming jobs report, which could influence market sentiment and Federal Reserve policy. Meanwhile, Bitcoin's fluctuations continue to capture the attention of investors, highlighting the ongoing volatility in the cryptocurrency space. With the economic landscape shifting, market participants remain cautious yet optimistic about future growth prospects.
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