Dow Plunges 700 Points in Worst Day Since July.
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Stocks took a sharp hit on Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average closing down 700 points. This marks the index's steepest single-day drop since July 29.
The sell-off was triggered by a rebound in Treasury yields, which put pressure on equities. Investors moved away from stocks as bond yields rose, signaling concerns about higher borrowing costs.
The decline erased recent gains and rattled market sentiment. All major sectors felt the impact, though the Dow bore the brunt of the losses.
Analysts note that the jump in yields reflects shifting expectations around interest rates. The market remains sensitive to any signals from the Federal Reserve regarding its monetary policy path.
Thursday's drop serves as a reminder of how quickly investor mood can change. The focus now turns to upcoming economic data for clues on whether this volatility will continue.