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Markets Rebound as Trump Softens Stance on Power Plant Shutdown Threat

  Stock futures surged early Monday after President Donald Trump backed away from a threat to shut down certain U.S. power plants, easing investor concerns about potential disruptions to the energy grid and broader economic fallout. Major index futures—including the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq—turned sharply higher as traders interpreted the shift as a sign of policy stability after a volatile week. The reversal helped restore confidence across sectors that had been rattled by the possibility of sudden regulatory intervention. Oil prices, meanwhile, tumbled as energy markets recalibrated. Crude had spiked on fears of supply constraints tied to the power plant dispute, but with the threat withdrawn, prices slid back toward recent lows. Analysts noted that the drop reflects both reduced geopolitical tension and ongoing concerns about global demand. Investors will now be watching for additional signals from the administration and regulators to determine whether Monday’s rally mar...
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The stock market experienced a downturn today as futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite slipped. This decline follows a brief rally fueled by the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady. While the Fed's move initially reassured investors, concerns about inflation and slower economic growth have resurfaced, dampening market sentiment.

Futures linked to the Dow fell by 0.6%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures dropped by 0.7% and 0.9%, respectively. The Federal Reserve's updated projections, which indicate higher inflation and reduced economic growth, have raised doubts about the path to potential rate cuts later this year. These broader economic concerns have weighed heavily on investor confidence.


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