Breaking news: S&P 500 falls sharply as global markets panic

Investors were jolted by fears over a slowing economy.

View in browser|nytimes.com August 5, 2024 BREAKING NEWS Source: FactSet Global Markets Panic on Signs U.S. Economy Is Slowing Monday's drop extended a sell-off that began last week, after the jobs report showed significantly slower hiring. The S&P 500 fell about 3.7 percent in early trading. Get live updates on the market meltdown Sign up for the the DealBook newsletter. Our columnist Andrew Ross Sorkin and his Times colleagues help you make sense of major business and policy headlines — and the power-brokers who shape them. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018