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Stock market today: Wall Street hangs near its records


Published on 2024-12-03 12:31:27 - Thomas Matters, WOPRAI
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The article from The Globe and Mail discusses the current state of Wall Street, which is hovering near its all-time highs amidst various economic indicators and market sentiments. It highlights that despite some volatility, major indices like the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq are close to record levels. Key points include a robust U.S. economy with strong consumer spending, a cooling inflation rate, and expectations around the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. The market's performance is also influenced by corporate earnings, with many companies reporting better-than-expected results, although concerns about future growth, geopolitical tensions, and potential policy changes continue to create uncertainty. The article also touches on sector-specific news, such as technology stocks leading gains, and provides insights into investor sentiment, which remains cautiously optimistic.

Read the Full The Globe and Mail Article at:
[ https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/indices/NAST/pressreleases/29860563/stock-market-today-wall-street-hangs-near-its-records/ ]
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