New York, RakyatNTT.ID – The US stock market rally continued on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, with all major indexes closing higher despite the first federal government shutdown in nearly seven years. Investors appeared to brush off political gridlock in Washington as the healthcare sector fueled record gains.

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The shutdown halted most government operations after a standoff between Congress and the White House. Analysts warn it could delay key economic data releases, including the nonfarm payrolls (NFP) report scheduled for Friday, adding uncertainty to the market outlook.

Major Index Performance

At the close of trading:

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  • The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 43.21 points, or 0.09%, to finish at 46,441.10, a new record high.
  • The S&P 500 rose 22.74 points, or 0.34%, to 6,711.20.
  • The Nasdaq Composite Index advanced 95.15 points, or 0.42%, to 22,755.16.

Economic Data and Labor Market Concerns

The ADP National Employment Report showed US private payrolls fell by 32,000 in September, with August’s numbers revised down to a 3,000 decline. Both figures came in well below economists’ expectations of a 50,000 increase.

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If the government remains closed through the week, the Department of Labor’s September jobs report could also be delayed.

Biggest Movers on Wall Street

  • Healthcare stocks were the standout performers:
  • Merck & Company Inc surged 7.38%.
  • Nike Inc jumped 6.48%.
  • Lithium Americas Corp skyrocketed 23.3%, while rival Albemarle gained 4.2%.

Market breadth was positive, with advancing stocks outnumbering decliners by a ratio of 1.92-to-1 on the NYSE. A total of 580 new highs and 99 new lows were recorded.

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Trading volume reached 19.79 billion shares, above the 20-day moving average of 18.62 billion, reflecting strong investor participation.

While political tensions and weaker employment data raise concerns, Wall Street’s resilience suggests investors remain focused on corporate earnings and sectoral momentum. Analysts caution, however, that prolonged shutdown risks could inject fresh volatility into markets. (*/rnc)