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Market Overview - The US stock market experienced significant declines, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping 878.82 points, a decrease of 1.9%, closing at 45,479.60 points. The S&P 500 fell by 2.71%, ending at 6,552.51 points, marking its largest single-day drop since April 10. The Nasdaq Composite plummeted 3.56%, closing at 22,204.43 points after reaching a historical high earlier in the day [1][3]. Factors Influencing Market Sentiment - Increased trade war risks and the ongoing US government shutdown have led to a rapid decline in global market risk sentiment, causing collective sell-offs in US and European markets. The Dow fell nearly 2%, the S&P 500 over 2.5%, and the Nasdaq more than 3.5%. European indices such as Germany's DAX and France's CAC40 also saw declines of approximately 1.5% [3][9]. Sector Performance - Technology stocks were the primary drivers of the market downturn, with significant losses in sectors such as semiconductors and electric vehicles. Many leading stocks in these sectors experienced declines between 5% and 8%. Concerns arose regarding the impact of global supply chain issues and slowing growth expectations in their sales markets [9][10]. Volatility and Investor Behavior - The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), often referred to as Wall Street's fear gauge, surged above 22, indicating heightened investor anxiety and a rush to purchase protective options against potential further declines. This spike in volatility reflects a shift in investor sentiment from optimism to caution, particularly in a high-valuation environment [9][10]. Economic and Political Context - The ongoing US government shutdown, now in its tenth day, has exacerbated market uncertainties. The Senate's failure to pass a temporary funding bill has raised concerns about its impact on economic growth in the fourth quarter. Analysts warn that prolonged political deadlock could undermine consumer and business confidence, affecting economic data releases and fiscal spending [10][11]. Weekly Market Performance - For the week, the S&P 500 fell by 2.4%, while the Nasdaq and Dow Jones recorded declines of 2.5% and 2.7%, respectively. The previous market support from corporate earnings and interest rate cut expectations has been overshadowed by emerging risks, prompting a shift towards defensive sectors and cash assets [11].