Pre-Market Report – Thursday 24 October: US markets down again | Tesla up 10%

Both the S&P 500 and the Dow had their third straight day of losses this week.The 30-stock Dow plunged 409.94 points, or 0.96%, ending the day’s session at 42,514.95. The S&P 500 lost 0.92%, closing at 5,797.42.The Nasdaq Composite lost 1.6%, ending at 18,276.65.Tesla up 10% after hours on better than expected results.SPI down 16 - Quarterlies and AGMs dominateCOMMODITIESOil slips 1% on large build in US crude stocks; market watches Middle East.Gold's record rally pauses due to stronger dollar, higher yields.Aluminium climbs as raw material shortage triggers fund buying.Newmont misses profit estimates on higher costs, weaker Nevada output.BHP says claim it put profit over safety 'unjustified' in Brazilian dam collapse case.US crude stockpiles jump as imports climb, gasoline builds as refineries ramp up, EIA says.Why not sign up for a free trial? Get access to expert market insights and manage your investments with confidence. Ready to invest in yourself? Join the Marcus Today community.