Market Tensions Rise Amid Fed Minutes and DOJ's Alphabet Probe

U.S. stock markets face volatility as investors await Federal Reserve minutes while Alphabet shares dip due to potential DOJ action. Boeing struggles with union talks, and inflation data is highly anticipated. Chinese stocks decline, and markets eye the impact of global events like Hurricane Milton and Middle East tensions.

Markets are on edge as anticipation builds for the Federal Reserve's latest meeting minutes. Alphabet's shares fell amid speculation the DOJ might force Google to break up parts of its business, including Chrome and Android, impacting broader market stability.

Boeing's woes deepen with a union strike dragging into its fourth week, contributing to market uncertainty. Simultaneously, inflation data expected on Thursday and the third-quarter earnings season are poised to influence market direction significantly.

Amid these domestic challenges, global factors such as China's economic measures, Hurricane Milton, and Middle East tensions also loom large, adding layers of complexity to investor decision-making.

(With inputs from agencies.)