Nasdaq Shakes Off Upbeat Jobs Data, Logs 5-Day Losing Streak

Gold rebounded from its two-week low

Jake Scott

Deputy Editor

Jan 4, 2024 at 4:30 PM

The Dow edged higher Thursday, reversing some of its early 2024 losses in the wake of optimistic jobs data. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 closed near breakeven, as the Nasdaq posted a fifth-consecutive loss -- its longest such streak since October 2022 -- amid uncertainty concerning the Fed's future interest rate moves.

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Gold Prices Rise From 2-Week Lows

Oil futures finished Thursday lower, after U.S. data showed a weekly rise in domestic gasoline and distillate supplies. For the session, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for February delivery erased 51 cents, or 0.7%, to finish at $72.19 a barrel.

Gold prices ran higher, after the U.S. dollar pulled back slightly following today's jobs data. February-dated gold futures rebounded from two-week lows after adding $7.20, or 0.4% to settle at $2,050 per ounce.

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