The latest ADP report showed a sharp hiring slowdown, with private-sector job creation dropping to 32,000, the weakest reading since early 2023.

Japan saw renewed market tension after Governor Ueda’s comments revived speculation of a December rate increase, while JPMorgan outlined a long-term scenario in which the S&P 500 could climb toward 8,000, driven by AI adoption and strong earnings potential.

Across broader developments, the auto sector faced pressure from shifting fuel-efficiency rules and weak European output; private credit entered its first major stress test; global tech wealth surged alongside rising data-center energy demand; and the US expanded funding for critical-mineral production.

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