US markets today: Wall Street heads for fifth straight monthly gain; investors watch jobs, Fed, and government shutdown

US equities traded on Tuesday. Investors weighed company earnings against economy conditions. Consumer confidence and job opening reports are due. A government shutdown possibility adds to market concerns. The Federal Reserve reduced rates this month. Policymakers aim to support the job sector. Global markets showed performance variation. Bond yields eased.

US markets today: Wall Street heads for fifth straight monthly gain; investors watch jobs, Fed, and government shutdown
US equities traded on Tuesday. Investors weighed company earnings against economy conditions. Consumer confidence and job opening reports are due. A government shutdown possibility adds to market concerns. The Federal Reserve reduced rates this month. Policymakers aim to support the job sector. Global markets showed performance variation. Bond yields eased.