Stock futures fall after Moody’s strips U.S. of its top credit rating - MarketWatch
1. Moody's downgraded U.S. government rating from AAA to Aa1. 2. Dow futures fell around 250 points following the credit downgrade. 3. Investors anticipate selling pressure in stocks and Treasurys due to the downgrade. 4. Historical downgrades have previously led to stock market volatility. 5. Current political divisions may hinder economic recovery efforts.