Market Jitters as Wall Street Opens Lower Amid Tax-Cut Bill Debate

Financial markets opened on shaky ground Wednesday, with Wall Street's key indexes registering declines amid anticipation of a critical debate over President Donald Trump's tax-cut bill. The measure has stirred anxiety concerning the United States' mounting debt.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average commenced trading with a drop of 322.8 points, equating to a 0.76% reduction, settling at 42,354.46. In parallel, the S&P 500 fell by 30.3 points, or 0.51%, reaching 5,910.18.

Meanwhile, the Nasdaq Composite encountered a 0.73% decrease, losing 139.8 points to open at 19,002.942. Investors are closely monitoring the debate's outcome, which could have significant implications for the country's fiscal future.

(With inputs from agencies.)