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9.51pm GMT

Netflix and no chill

Just to show you the breadth of today’s Wall Street sell off, Netflix is down too.

Man even Netflix took a hit during a time you’d have to think will be peak Netflix usage. pic.twitter.com/8AcEizyDt1

9.47pm GMT

The bureau of labor statistics, which compiles the US’s monthly jobs figures, will conduct its survey this week. The US is currently enjoying the longest streak in jobs growth in its history so the numbers, out April 3, will be very closely watched.

We are already seeing hiring freezes, especially in travel and leisure, but as the virus starts to hit the manufacturing supply chain, job growth will inevitably stall.

Business activity declined in New York State, according to firms responding to the March Empire State Manufacturing Survey. The headline general business conditions index fell thirty-four points to -21.5, its lowest level since 2009. https://t.co/70iMWEotEY pic.twitter.com/8YFPv2fu4L