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Dow drops 250 points as US jobless claims rise; energy up, tech down, oil surges

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26 Mar 2026
Benzinga
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U.S. stocks fell on Thursday with the Dow Jones dropping over 250 points, led by declines in communication services and tech sectors, while energy stocks rose 0.6%. Initial jobless claims in the U.S. increased by 5,000 to 210,000, matching market expectations, signaling steady but cautious labor market conditions. Oil prices surged nearly 4% to $93.88, contrasting with declines in gold, silver, and copper. European and Asian markets also closed lower amid global economic concerns. Investors are watching jobless claims and commodity prices for cues on economic health and market direction.

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