New york: Major stock indices on Wall Street opened lower on Thursday. The S and P 500 fell 0.10 percent to 6,914.11 points. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also declined, dropping 145.9 points, or 0.30 percent, to 48,850.17 points. The Nasdaq Composite Index fell 35.4 points, or 0.15 percent, to 23,548.884 points.
According to Qatar News Agency, the initial downturn in the market was observed as investors reacted to various economic factors influencing the trading environment. The decline in these key indices reflects market sentiments and trading decisions made by investors. The movement in stock prices is being closely watched by analysts and traders alike as they assess the broader economic implications.