Stock market today: Nasdaq tops 20,000 for first time as Big Tech surge leads stocks higher
Published On Dec 11, 2024, 1:16 PM
US stocks, particularly technology shares, saw significant gains due to inflation data that met projections, which bolstered expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next week. The Nasdaq Composite climbed 1.7%, driven by record highs in major tech stocks like Alphabet and Tesla. The S&P 500 rose about 0.8%. Inflation data showed a 2.7% annual increase in consumer prices, leading to market optimism regarding monetary policy adjustments. Bitcoin also surged past $100,600 as investor sentiment remained positive, reflecting a broader market rally.