Market Overview - US stock markets closed lower, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 301.07 points to 45952.24, a decline of 0.65% [1] - The S&P 500 index fell 41.99 points to 6629.07, down 0.63%, while the Nasdaq Composite dropped 107.54 points to 22562.54, a decrease of 0.47% [1] - 10 out of 11 sectors in the S&P 500 closed lower, with the financial sector leading the decline at 2.75% [1] Regional Bank Concerns - Zions Bancorporation reported unexpected losses of approximately $50 million in its California division, causing its stock to plummet by 13% [2] - The regional bank sector collectively declined, with Western Alliance down 10.8% after announcing a fraud lawsuit against a borrower [2] - The KBW regional bank index fell nearly 4%, marking its largest single-day drop in four months [2] Federal Reserve Insights - Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller indicated a preference for a 25 basis point rate cut in the upcoming October meeting, contingent on labor market data [3] - The market anticipates a 25 basis point cut with a mere 3.2% probability for a 50 basis point reduction [3] - US Treasury yields fell, with the 10-year yield down 6.9 basis points to 3.976%, the lowest since April [3] Commodity Market Movements - Gold prices surged, with spot gold closing above $4300 per ounce, marking a nearly 2.5% increase [3] - WTI crude oil futures fell by 1.47% to $56.99 per barrel, while Brent crude dropped 1.37% to $61.06 per barrel [3] Economic Data and Predictions - China's National Bureau of Statistics is set to release Q3 macroeconomic data, with economists predicting a GDP growth rate of 4.8% year-on-year [6] - The tax authority reported significant growth in retail sales for home appliances and smart home products, with a 30.1% increase in new energy vehicle sales [7] Corporate Announcements - Meituan's CEO emphasized the need for businesses to enhance operational efficiency rather than relying on competition within the industry [13] - Fuyao Glass announced a leadership change, with its founder stepping down as chairman [14]