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S&P 500 fell 1.51% as global markets retreat
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Paris investors and retirement balances.
How we reported this
The S&P 500 fell 1.51% to 7,457.81, trading lower as Paris investors weighed the latest moves across global markets.
How the major markets moved
On Wall Street, the S&P 500 fell 1.51% to 7,457.81, the Dow Jones fell 0.98% to 52,145.06 and the Nasdaq fell 2.81% to 25,530.88. Wall Street’s direction typically sets the tone for how Paris portfolios open next session.
Commodities and safe-haven demand
Gold rose 0.64% to US$4,011.2 an ounce and silver rose 0.54% to US$56.2, while WTI crude rose 3.12% to US$81.41 a barrel, a move that feeds through to petrol prices and local input costs.
Currencies and crypto
EUR/USD fell 0.26% to 1.14, shifting the maths for Paris importers, travellers and anyone with offshore holdings. Bitcoin rose 0.42% to US$64,057.38.
What it means locally
For Paris readers, the day’s moves flow through to retirement savings and pension balances, which are heavily exposed to both local and global equities, a reminder that a diversified portfolio rides out single-session swings better than a concentrated one.
This article is general information only and is not personal financial or investment advice. Consider your own circumstances and seek licensed professional advice before making financial decisions.