U.S. equity markets experienced a volatile afternoon on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, as investors grappled with the implications of a federal government shutdown and a surprisingly weak private-sector jobs report. While major indexes initially showed declines, afternoon trading saw a mixed picture emerge, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) managing to eke out gains, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) and S&P 500 (^GSPC) struggled to find firm footing. The ongoing political uncertainty in ...

This story was originally published on Retail Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Retail Dive newsletter. Dive Brief: Ahead of the holiday season, athletics company Peloton has increased membership prices across all of its tiers, per a Wednesday press release. Effective in October, its All-Access Membership increases from $44 to $49.99, the App+ Membership jumps from $24 to $28.99 and its App One Membership rises from $12.99 to $15.99. The news coincides with a revamp ...