Dow Jones futures edged higher Thursday as investors digested the conclusion of the nation’s longest-ever government shutdown.
As of 4:39 P.M. (GMT+7), the Dow Jones Industrial Average futures rose 0.1%, or 46.50 points, to 48,301.60 points. S&P 500 futures, however, downed 0.17%, or 11.60 points, to 6,839.40 points, while Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.28%, or 71.10 points, to 25,446.20 points
President Donald Trump has signed legislation that ends the unprecedented 43-day government closure, after the bill secured passage in the House with a 222-209 vote on Wednesday evening.
The protracted shutdown unsettled financial markets and is projected to have lingering economic effects. The Congressional Budget Office warned the disruption could leave U.S. GDP about $11 billion lower by the end of 2026.
Investors remain cautious regarding government data releases following the shutdown. According to the White House, several key reports delayed by the closure may be “permanently impaired.” Notably, October’s Consumer Price Index and jobs data are among the crucial indicators affected.
On Wednesday, the major equity indices produced mixed results. The Dow Jones Industrial Average topped the 48,000 mark for the first time on record and ended in positive territory, while the S&P 500 managed a modest advance. The Nasdaq Composite, however, declined on the day.
Despite the bulk of third-quarter earnings already reported, investors are turning their attention to Disney’s results, scheduled for release before Thursday’s opening bell.
