Dow hits record high as weak jobs data shifts Fed expectations while Nasdaq slips

Dow Jones hits record high amid weak U.S. jobs data while Nasdaq faces pressure from semiconductor stocks

The Dow Jones surged to a record closing high after a weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs report eased fears of further interest rate hikes, while the Nasdaq fell as chipmaker stocks came under pressure.

What does this mean for investors, and is the market signalling a major shift ahead?

Capital.com’s Kyle Rodda joins Ticker to unpack the latest market moves, explain why investors welcomed softer jobs data, explore what’s next for the Federal Reserve, and discuss the outlook for the U.S. dollar, recession risks, consumer confidence, and the sharp sell-off in semiconductor stocks.

If you’re watching global markets, this interview breaks down the key trends shaping investor sentiment and what to expect in the weeks ahead. Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker