Goldman Sachs analysts predict that the U.S. government is "more likely than not" to shut down later this year due to spending disagreements, which could temporarily impact economic growth by reducing it by 0.15-0.2 percentage points per week, with past shutdowns having minimal impact on equity markets.
Former House Majority Leader Eric Cantor advises Republican colleagues not to pursue a government shutdown unless they have a clear plan to come out as winners, citing the failed attempt to block Obamacare in 2013 as a major political headache that did little to hinder its rollout.
The potential government shutdown threatens to deprive the Federal Reserve of crucial data on the labor market and inflation, which could hinder its ability to make informed decisions about the economy and interest rates.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen believes that there are no signs of an economic downturn, but warns that a government shutdown could undermine economic momentum.
The White House warns that a government shutdown at the end of the month could have damaging consequences for the economy, national security, and the American public.
The US government faces a potential shutdown if Congress fails to agree on funding past September 30, which would be the first shutdown since December 2018 and could result in a longer standoff between parties.
Millions of federal employees and military personnel face the prospect of a government shutdown, which would result in financial hardships for American families, disruptions in services, and potential harm to the economy.
A government shutdown on October 1 is likely, but it is not expected to have a significant impact on financial markets or cause an economic recession.
A U.S. government shutdown would negatively impact its credit assessment and highlight the weakness of its institutional and governance strength compared to other top-rated governments, according to Moody's, although the economic impact would likely be short-lived.
The federal government is on the verge of a shutdown, with potential consequences for various areas of governance.
A government shutdown could have dangerous consequences for the nation's cyber defenses and efforts to combat violent crime, warns Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco.
The possibility of a government shutdown in the U.S. could have negative implications for the crypto industry's regulatory progress and projects, similar to the effects seen in the previous shutdown in 2018 and 2019, with delays in approvals and a withdrawal of a bitcoin ETF application.
The impending government shutdown may have an impact on the financial markets, according to Kristina Hooper, Chief Global Market Strategist at Invesco.
A brief government shutdown is unlikely to significantly slow down the economy, but a prolonged shutdown could hurt growth and potentially impact President Biden's re-election prospects.
A government shutdown in the U.S. could cause significant disruptions in the stock and bond markets, with the Securities and Exchange Commission being forced to furlough most of its staff and leaving the market oversight at a "skeletal" crew level.
There is a 90% chance of a government shutdown, according to Goldman Sachs, as the deadline looms and little progress has been made in negotiations.
The initial public offering market is facing a potential halt due to a possible government shutdown.
A government shutdown would severely impact the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's ability to approve IPOs and respond to market turmoil, according to its chair, Gary Gensler.
The article warns of a potential government shutdown and advises readers to take action to protect their investments in the stock market.
The U.S. government is facing a potential shutdown if Congress does not resolve a deadlock by this weekend, which would result in furloughs or unpaid work for federal workers and military employees, but experts believe the impact on the economy and stock market will be short-lived.
Investors are increasingly fearful due to a mix of factors including rising oil prices, expectations of higher interest rates, a sluggish Chinese economy, and the possibility of a US government shutdown, leading to concerns of a prolonged period of stagflation and a potential recession.
A potential US government shutdown could disrupt the release of important economic data, leading to market volatility and forcing investors to rely on alternative sources of information, potentially impacting monetary policy decisions and delaying key reports such as the October 6 payroll report.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns that a potential government shutdown would harm economic progress, impacting key programs for small businesses and children and delaying infrastructure improvements.
The federal government is at risk of shutting down unless a temporary spending bill can be agreed upon by a small group of Republican representatives; in the event of a shutdown, certain factors such as food aid, economic data, and federal employee salaries would be affected, while others including U.S. stocks, Social Security checks, and the U.S. Postal Service would not be impacted.
A government shutdown could lead to disruptions in food aid, air travel, and financial markets, and increase the risk of cyber attacks on critical financial infrastructure, according to Karen Petrou of Federal Financial Analytics Inc.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene believes that most Americans are not worried about a government shutdown because they have already experienced the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Investors will be closely watching market reactions to a late deal to avert a government shutdown, as well as key data on the labor market this week, while concerns about higher interest rates and the impact on the economy weigh on stock futures.
Major market averages are mixed on Monday morning as Congress avoids a shutdown for now, with the bond selloff continuing; however, the US averted a shutdown just before the deadline, which will keep the government running until November 17th.
The ousting of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy raises the odds of a government shutdown in November, which could negatively impact the stock market and further challenge an already struggling economy.
