WSJ Minute Briefing Nasdaq Closes its Worst Week Since April
Nov 7, 2025
The podcast dives into the recent turbulence in the stock market, highlighting the Nasdaq's significant drop. Meanwhile, Affirm's stock skyrockets due to the buzz around its buy now, pay later service. In contrast, Tesla's shares take a hit after shareholders greenlight Elon Musk's massive pay package. The mixed performance of U.S. stocks paints a vibrant picture of the current market trends.
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Nasdaq Hits Worst Week Since April
- The Nasdaq capped its worst week since April, dragged down by tech and shipping stocks.
- Weak consumer sentiment tied to the government shutdown worsened investor mood and market performance.
Big Stock Moves From Company News
- Expedia shares jumped almost 18% after raising its annual sales outlook.
- Affirm climbed 12% after beating quarterly expectations while Block and Take-Two fell on disappointing results and delays.