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Markets hold steady as jobs data takes centre stage
US stocks and Treasuries were little changed as investors waited for Friday’s US jobs report, which could shape the Fed’s September rate decision.
Markets watch
• S&P 500 futures were little changed
• Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.4%
• 10-year Treasury yield eased to 4.76%
• Brent crude hovered near $95.72
• Bitcoin slipped 0.7% to $80,901
Jobs report in focus
Economists expect around 55,000 new jobs in August. A weak but not recessionary report could support a pause in rate hikes, while stronger jobs and wage growth could push yields higher and pressure stocks.
Yen stays strong
The yen held most of its recent gains after jumping more than 2% on Thursday.
What’s next?
All eyes are now on the US jobs data and what it means for the Fed’s next move.