US Index Futures Tumble Following Midterm Election Results

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US stock index futures experienced a sharp sell-off following midterm election results that indicated a win for the Democratic party. Nasdaq 100 futures dropped 660 points, hitting their lowest levels since July, while Dow Jones futures fell 440 points and S&P 500 futures declined by 102 points, Invezz reported.

Investors are reacting to the political shift, which has triggered concerns over potential policy changes impacting corporate earnings and market regulation. This price action follows economic data from November 3, 2026, which showed JOLTs job openings rising to 7.523 million and factory orders increasing by 1.8%.

The market is looking ahead to key economic releases tomorrow, with US Initial Jobless Claims scheduled for November 5, 2026. Traders will also monitor speeches from Federal Reserve officials, including Barkin and Hammack on the same date, to gauge future monetary policy directions.