U.S. stocks saw a **significant decline** on Friday, with the **S&P 500** erasing its gains for 2025, following a strong jobs report.
The **Dow Jones Industrial Average** lost **696.75 points**, or **1.63%**, while the **Nasdaq Composite** and **Russell 2000** also recorded losses.
Worries about inflation were exacerbated by job growth that outperformed expectations, shifting market predictions regarding **Federal Reserve** rate cuts.
The **30-year Treasury yield** hit **5%**, the highest since November 2023, indicating rising concerns among investors.
Consumer sentiment showed a decline, with only the **energy sector** managing a modest gain amidst the overall downturn.