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Dow Falls Over 100 Points; US Initial Jobless Claims Decline

Oct 8, 2026 · 09:39 AM ET· updated 1h ago
Dow Falls Over 100 Points; US Initial Jobless Claims Decline

U.S. stocks fell Thursday, led by tech, while energy rose and oil jumped 4.8%. Jobless claims eased to 197,000; small caps posted sharp swings.

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Stock prices dropped a little on Thursday, but fewer people lost their jobs. When job news is good, it can mean the economy feels stronger overall.

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