Stock market today: S&P 500, Nasdaq hit records as Fed cuts rates, post-election rally rolls on
Published On Nov 7, 2024, 4:06 PM
A tech-driven surge has lifted the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to record highs following the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points and Donald Trump's electoral win. The S&P rose about 0.7% and the Nasdaq by 1.5%, with major tech stocks like Nvidia and Amazon leading the advance. Investor sentiment is buoyed by Trump's plans for corporate tax cuts and deregulation, which are expected to stimulate economic activity. However, the Dow remained flat after a substantial recent gain. Analysts predict strong upward movement for stocks as markets anticipate rapid policy changes from Trump's administration.