U.S. Markets Navigate Government Shutdown and Weak Jobs Data, Tech and Lithium Shine
U.S. stock markets are demonstrating a remarkable resilience at midday on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025, largely shrugging off the impact of a fresh government shutdown and weaker-than-expected employment data. While futures initially dipped on the news of the shutdown, major indexes have pared early losses, with some even turning positive, as investors assess the broader economic landscape and upcoming policy decisions. This midday momentum suggests a market accustomed to political gridlock, though underlyi ...