Stock market today: S&P 500 sets record, longest weekly win streak of 2024 as Netflix surges
Published On Oct 18, 2024, 4:11 PM
The S&P 500 hit a record high as it continued its longest winning streak for the year, driven partly by a significant surge in Netflix's stock. Investor sentiment is positive with increasing momentum in the market, and this uptick can be attributed to several factors, including improved economic indicators and strong corporate earnings, particularly in the tech sector.