Although most stock indices began the day low, they ended the final trading day of 2020 with moderate to substantial gains.  There also were some record highs to close out the year.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.65% to 30,606.48, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 30,637.47 (the first highs over 30,600); while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.64% to 3,756.07, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 3,760.20.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.14% to 12,888.28, not a record high but with its biggest annual gain since 2009.

Most stock indices remained up throughout the day and closed with gains.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.24% to 30,409.56, a record high close, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.13% to 3,732.04.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.15% to 12,870.00.

Major stock indices spiked way up at the beginning of the day.  However, they declined throughout the trading day and closed with losses.  This may have occurred because the unanimous vote on $2,000 COVID-19 stimulus checks was blocked in the Senate today.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.22% to 30,335.67, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.22% to 3,727.04.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.38% to 12,850.22.

Most stock indices had sizeable gains today.  There also were several record highs.  Probably a major factor for this was President Trump’s signing of the stimulus bill, providing $600 to most Americans, although he wants Congress to pass a bill providing $2,000 checks instead.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.68% to 30,403.97, a record high close (the first close over 30,400), with a record intraday high of 30,525.56 (the first daily high over 30,500); while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.87% to 3,735.36, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 3,740.51 (the first highs over 3,700).  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.74% to 12,899.42, a record high close (the first close over 12,800), with a record intraday high of 12,930.89 (the first daily high over 12,900).

The stock market closed 3 hours early today, since it is the day before Christmas—a partial market holiday.  Most stock indices closed with gains today.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.23% to 30,199.87, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.35% to 3,703.06.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.26% to 12,804.73.

Major stock indices were mixed today, although in opposite directions compared to yesterday.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.38% to 30,129.83, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.07% to 3,690.01.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.29% to 12,771.11.

Stock indices were mixed today.  The Dow was down substantially, despite a new stimulus deal approved by Congress last night.  However, there are concerns over a new mutant and very contagious strain of COVID-19 emerging in the UK and in Europe.  The Dow does continue to remain above 30,000.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.67% to 30,015.51, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.21% to 3,687.26.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.51% to 12,807.92, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 12,840.57 (the first highs over 12,800).

Most stock indices had losses today, although the Dow achieved a small gain at the end of the trading period.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.12% to 30,216.45, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.39% to 3,694.92.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.10% to 12,742.52.

Major stock indices began the day with a spike of gains.  However, they slid downward and closed the day with losses, even though there was an upward spike near the end.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.41% to 30,179.05, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.35% to 3,709.41.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.07% to 12,755.64.

A stock market rally today may have been due to optimism that another stimulus deal may be close.  Also, an FDA advisory panel voted today to back the Moderna coronavirus vaccine.  There were numerous record high closes and record intraday highs today.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.49% to 30,303.37, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 30,323.78 (the first highs over 30,300), while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.58% to 3,722.48, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 3,725.12.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.84% to 12,764.75, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 12,765.25 (the first highs over 12,700).

Stock indices were mixed today, although there were a few record highs.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.15% to 30,154.54, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.18% to 3,701.17, a record high close (the first close over 3,700).  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.50% to 12,658.19, a record high close (the first close over 12,600), and a record intraday high of 12,687.32.

Unlike yesterday, today’s stock market rally kept stock indices up the whole trading day.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.13% to 30,199.31, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.29% to 3,694.62.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 1.25% to 12,595.06, a record high close.

There was a notable rally in stock indices at the beginning of the trading day, due to the first Pfizer and BioNTech COVID-19 vaccinations given this morning in New York.  Although indices declined for the rest of the day, the Dow did set an intraday high.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.62% to 29,861.55, with a record intraday high of 30,325.79 (the first over 30,300), while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.44% to 3,647.49.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.50% to 12,440.04.

Stock indices were mixed today.  One thing they had in common was a big downward “zag” followed by a big upward “zig” in the middle of the trading day.  The only major index that “zigged” into positive territory was the Dow, which is back over 30,000 again.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.16% to 30,046.37, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.13% to 3,663.46.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.23% to 12,377.87.

Stock indices were mixed today.  For the first time in a week, the Dow closed below 30,000...barely.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.23% to 29,999.26, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.13% to 3,668.10.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.54% to 12,405.81.

Most stock indices had gains at or near the beginning of the trading day, but they plunged into negative territory for the remainder of the day. 

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.35% to 30,068.81, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.79% to 3,672.82, with a record intraday high of 3,712.39.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 1.94% to 12,338.95, with a record intraday high of 12,607.14 (the first over 12,600).

The majority of stock indices were up today.  There also were S&P 500 and NASDAQ record highs.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.35% to 30,173.88, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.28% to 3,702.25, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 3,708.45 (the first highs over 3,700).  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.50% to 12,582.77, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 12,594.54.

Stock indices were mixed today.  Both the Dow and the S&P 500 were down all day.  However, the NASDAQ was up, setting not only a record high close but an even greater intraday high.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.49% to 30,069.79, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.19% to 3,691.96.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.45% to 12,519.95, a record high close (the first close over 12,500), and with a record intraday high of 12,536.23.

Today, at the end of the first week of the month, there was a notable stock market rally.  The majority of stock indices were up all day, from the opening bell to the closing bell.  Also, the Dow, S&P 500 and NASDAQ indices set record closing highs and intraday highs.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.83% to 30,218.26, both a record high close (the first close over 30,200) and an intraday high, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.88% to 3,699.12, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 3,699.20.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.70% to 12,464.23, both a record high close (the first close over 12,400) and an intraday high.

Today, like yesterday, stock indices were mixed, and there was not much change in the market overall.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.29% to 29,969.52, with an intraday high of 30,110.88, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.06% to 3,666.72.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.23% to 12,377.18, a record high close, and with a record intraday high of 12,439.02.

Stock indices were mixed today, and there was not much change in the market overall.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.20% to 29,883.79, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.18% to 3,669.01.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.05% to 12,349.37.

Beginning a new month today, there was a notable increase in stock indices.  The S&P 500 and the NASDAQ indices also set record highs.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.63% to 29,823.92, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.13% to 3,662.45, a record high close, with a record intraday high of 3,678.45.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 1.28% to 12,355.11, also a record high and the first close over 12,300, and with a record intraday high of 12,405.79.

Although there was a mild to moderate decrease in most stock indices today, this has been the best month in decades for most indices.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.91% to 29,638.64, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.46% to 3,621.63.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.06% to 12,198.74.

The stock market closed 3 hours early today, since it is the day after Thanksgiving—a partial market holiday.  The Dow had another intraday high over 30,000, and the NASDAQ had a record high close and intraday high.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.13% to 29,910.37, with an intraday high of 30,015.13, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.24% to 3,638.35.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.92% to 12,205.79 and had an intraday high of 12,236.23, a record high close and intraday high both over 12,200 for the first time.

After yesterday’s record close above 30,000, the Dow closed below 29,900 today.  Both the Dow and the S&P 500 were down all day, although the NASDAQ was up.  Investors saw some mixed economic data, with personal incomes falling short of expectations but housing-market data showing continued strength.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.58% to 29,872.47, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.16% to 3,629.65.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.47% to 12,094.40.

A major milestone in the stock market was reached today.  For the first time ever, the Dow exceded 30,000 points.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.54% to 30,046.24, with an intraday high of 30,116.51, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.62% to 3,635.41.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 1.31% to 12,036.79.

There was a Wall Street rally today after promising results of a third coronavirus vaccine.  AstraZeneca says that its vaccine is up to 90% effective against the virus.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.12% to 29,591.27, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.56% to 3,577.59.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.22% to 11,880.63.

This week began with record intraday and closing highs of both the Dow and the S&P 500.  Today, the week ended with widespread declines of most stock indices.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.75% to 29,263.48, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.68% to 3,557.54.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.42% to 11,854.97.

After two days of declines in most stock indices, there was a bit of a rally today.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.15% to 29,483.23, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.39% to 3,581.87.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.87% to 11,904.71.

Today there was more of a substantial decline in most stock indices than there was yesterday.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 1.16% to 29,438.32, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 1.16% to 3,567.79.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.82% to 11,801.60.

There was a general decline in most U.S. stocks today, due to news that retail sales increased less than the antipated amount in October.  This appears to point to a slowing down of the economy, as the COVID-19 pandemic persists.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.56% to 29,783.35, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.48% to 3,609.53.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.21% to 11,899.34.

The stock market had a significant upward surge today.  This was due to the prospect of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine being released soon.  During the day, the Dow reached 29,964.29 (just 35.71 short of 30,000.00) and the S&P 500 reached 3,628.51, both intraday record highs.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.60% to 29,950.44, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.16% to 3,626.91, both record high closes.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.80% to 11,924.13.

This was a lucky Friday the 13th on Wall Street.  There was a significant widespread increase of stock indices today.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.37% to 29,479.81, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.36% to 3,585.15, a record high close.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 1.02% to 11,829.29.

Today there was a global stock sell-off.  Evidently, this was driven by a sharp spike in new coronavirus cases, with record levels in the U.S., as well as tightening economic restrictions and shutdowns to contain the spread of the virus.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 1.08% to 29,080.17, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 1.00% to 3,537.01.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.65% to 11,709.59.

Most stock indices were up today, but the Dow was down a bit.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.08% to 29,397.63, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.77% to 3,572.66.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 2.01% to 11,786.43.

Similar to yesterday, stock indices were mixed today.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.90% to 29,420.92, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.14% to 3,545.53.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 1.37% to 11,553.86.

The prospect of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine being released soon highly galvanized the stock market today.  Early in the day, the Dow spiked up 1,610.43 points to 29,933.83 (just 66.17 short of 30,000.00), the S&P 500 reached 3,645.99 and the NASDAQ Composite reached 12,108.07, all intraday record highs.  However, the NASDAQ Composite closed down 181.45 points for the day.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 2.95% to 29,157.97, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.17% to 3,550.50.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 1.53% to 11,713.78.

After a lot of “zig-zagging” today, stock indices were mixed and closing changes from yesterday were marginal.  For the first time this week, most indices were down a bit.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.24% to 28,323.40, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.03% to 3,509.44.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.04% to 11,895.23.

There continued to be very significant gains in stock indices today as there has been so far this week.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.95% to 28,390.18, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.95% to 3,510.45.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 2.59% to 11,890.93.

Today there was another large Wall Street rally.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.34% to 27,847.66, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 2.21% to 3,443.44.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 3.85% to 11,590.78.

There was a big Election Day rally on Wall Street today.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 2.06% to 27,480.03, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.78% to 3,369.16.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 1.85% to 11,160.57.

During the final week of October, stocks mostly were down.  However, stock indices are up today by notable amounts as the November market begins.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.60% to 26,925.05, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.23% to 3,310.24.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.42% to 10,957.61.

Everyday this week, besides yesterday, most stock indices were down moderately to substantially.  Today, compared to one week ago, the DJIA is down 6.48%, the S&P 500 is down 5.64% and the NASDAQ Composite is down 5.51%.  These are significant declines in just a week.

Compared to yesterday’s closing values, today the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.59% to 26,501.60, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 1.21% to 3,269.96.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 2.45% to 10,911.59.

After three consecutive days of declines in stock indices, today there were moderate increases.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.52% to 26,659.11, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.19% to 3,310.11.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 1.64% to 11,185.59.

Today there was a much larger stock market plunge than there was two days ago.  The substantial decline seems to be related to a global concern over increased COVID restrictions and fear of more shutdowns.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 3.43% to 26,519.95, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 3.53% to 3,271.03.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 3.73% to 11,004.87.

Stock indices were mixed today.  The Dow and the S&P 500 added to their significant losses yesterday.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.80% to 27,463.19, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.30% to 3,390.68.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.64% to 11,431.35.

There was a steep plunge in the stock market today.  It was the largest daily decline in 7½ weeks, since Sep. 3.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 2.29% to 27,685.38, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 1.86% to 3,400.97.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 1.64% to 11,358.94.

After a downward dip in the middle of the day, most stock indices were up at the closing bell.  However, the Dow closed down a bit.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.10% to 28,335.57, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.34% to 3,465.39.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.37% to 11,548.28.

Stock indices were up after the opening bell today.  Later in the morning they “zagged” sharply downward, but then they “zigged” back up to a nice gain at the closing bell.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.54% to 28,363.66, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.52% to 3,453.49.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.19% to 11,506.01.

There was an extreme amount of “zig-zagging” of gains and losses in stock indices today.  By the end of the day, though, everything was down from opening amounts.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.35% to 28,210.82, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.22% to 3,435.56.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.28% to 11,484.69.

There was a mild to moderate increase in most stock indices today.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.40% to 28,308.79, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.47% to 3,443.12.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.33% to 11,516.49.

After early gains, there were substantials drops in stock indices today.  The significant sell-off seems to be due to the decreasing chance of another COVID stimulus package being approved before the election, as well as the increasing COVID cases in the U.S.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 1.44% to 28,195.42, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 1.63% to 3,426.92.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 1.65% to 11,478.88.

Stock indices were very mixed today, but overall the changes were minimal.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.39% to 28,606.31, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.47% to 3,483.81.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.36% to 11,671.56.

Most stock indices were down all day, including at the closing bell.  This is the third day in a row of widespread declines.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.07% to 28,494.20, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.15% to 3,483.34.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.47% to 11,713.87.

The majority of stock indices were up a good amount this morning.  However, later they “zagged” down below their opening amounts and closed with losses for the second day in a row.  The decline may have been due to reports of a marked increase in unemployment claims.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.58% to 28,514.00, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.66% to 3,488.67.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.80% to 11,768.73.

After a four-day upswing, the majority of stock indices ended today’s trading period somewhat lower.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.55% to 28,679.81, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.63% to 3,511.93.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 0.10% to 11,863.90.

There was a significant stock market rally today.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.88% to 28,837.52, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.64% to 3,534.22.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 2.56% to 11,876.26.

Stock indices were up across the board today.  They closed out the week with the biggest one-week gains in 3 months.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.57% to 28,586.90, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.88% to 3,477.13.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 1.39% to 11,579.94.

There was a lot of “zig-zagging” of stock indices today, but by the closing bell virtually everything was up a moderate amount.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.43% to 28,425.51, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.80% to 3,446.83.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 0.50% to 11,420.98.

Today’s appreciable increase in stock indices more than compensated for yesterdays’s substantial decline.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.91% to 28,303.46, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.74% to 3,419.44.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 1.88% to 11,364.60.

There was not much change in most stock indices this morning, and the majority of them were up a good amount earlier this afternoon.  Then there was a huge “zag” bringing everything down, with substantial losses at the closing bell.

The sudden decline appears to have been a reaction to President Trump’s cutting off COVID-19 stimulus negotiations until after the election.  This followed House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s rejection of a $1.6 trillion proposal from the White House.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 1.34% to 27,772.76, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 1.40% to 3,360.97.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 1.57% to 11,154.60.

Major stock indices were up significantly today.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 1.68% to 28,148.64, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 1.80% to 3,408.63.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 2.32% to 11,332.49.

There was a marked decline in the majority of stock indices today.  Most likely, this was a reaction to the news that President Donald Trump and first lady Melania have tested positive for the coronavirus.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was down 0.48% to 27,682.81, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was down 0.96% to 3,348.44.  The NASDAQ Composite index was down 2.22% to 11,075.02.

To begin the new month, there were mild to moderate increases in stock indices today.  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was up 0.13% to 27,816.90, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index was up 0.53% to 3,380.80.  The NASDAQ Composite index was up 1.42% to 11,326.51.