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Nasdaq Gains 1.1% as US Yields Hold Above 5% Amid Strong China GDP

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 1
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What happened

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The Nasdaq gained 1.11% to 26,431, while the S&P 500 rose 0.41% and the Dow slipped 0.07% on October 1, 2026. The US 10-year Treasury yield stood at 5.139%, and the dollar index rose 0.11% to 101.946. Separately, China's third-quarter GDP grew 4.5% year on year, surpassing the 4.4% forecast.

From riotimesonline.com

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

Tech stocks drove the gains in the Nasdaq despite high US yields. The firm dollar index and elevated US yields raise the cost of carry for emerging-market positions. Prediction markets indicated high probability for no change at the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee meeting.

From riotimesonline.com

Who's involved

  • FEDThe Federal Reserve, which is currently in a blackout period before its meeting.
  • ChinaChina, whose third-quarter GDP growth was reported.
  • NasdaqThe Nasdaq, which saw a 1.11% gain driven by technology stocks.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • US Dollar (Next day)Speculative

    The US Dollar might see increased demand due to high US yields, affecting trade prices.

  • AMDSpeculative

    AMD might see increased revenue due to the strength of the technology sector and Nasdaq gains.

  • NvidiaSpeculative

    Nvidia might see increased revenue due to the strength of the technology sector and Nasdaq gains.

  • MicrosoftSpeculative

    Microsoft might see increased revenue due to the strength of the technology sector and Nasdaq gains.

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