As the likelihood of a government shutdown increases to 70%, markets are reacting with mixed signals. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq posted gains, while concerns over delayed economic data and the impact on key reports, such as the jobs report, have created an atmosphere of uncertainty. Analysts warn that this shutdown could have more pronounced effects on the economy than previous instances. Stocks typically remain resilient during shutdowns, but the current situation is different, raising alarms among investors. With the Labor Department signaling possible delays in important employment data, U.S. dollars have weakened, and global markets are showing signs of rallying as policymakers scramble to avert a shutdown.