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US Stock Market Slides Amid Moody's Credit Rating Downgrade

US Stock Market Slides Amid Moody's Credit Rating Downgrade

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 On May 19, 2025, the US stock market experienced a mixed day, largely influenced by the recent downgrade of the US credit rating by Moody's Ratings. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped by 0.2 percent, or about 85 points, while the S&P 500 index and the NASDAQ Composite were down 0.6 percent and 0.7 percent, respectively.

The downgrade, announced after the market closed on Friday, cited 'persistent, large fiscal deficits' as the reason for lowering the US debt rating to one notch below the top tier. This news led to an increase in the yield on the ten-year Treasury note to 4.52 percent, up from 4.44 percent at Friday's close, reflecting higher borrowing costs.

Despite these declines, the major indexes had posted significant gains last week, driven by a return of risk appetite as concerns about global trade tensions moderated. However, today's movement indicates that the S&P 500's five-day winning streak is under threat.

In terms of sector performance, there were notable decliners such as Chevron, which dropped by 2.74 percent, Nike down by 1.85 percent, Apple Inc down by 1.40 percent, and Intel down by 1.39 percent. On the other hand, some stocks managed to gain, though the overall market sentiment was cautious.

The most actively traded stocks included those reacting to the broader market conditions and the credit rating downgrade. The biggest percentage losers included Chevron and Nike, while there were fewer significant gainers due to the overall market downturn.

Looking forward, pre-market futures indicate a cautious start to the next trading day. Key events to watch include ongoing US-China trade talks and any developments in the US budget negotiations, which could extend significant tax cuts and boost spending. Important upcoming earnings releases and any new economic data could also serve as potential market catalysts.
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