U.S. Stock Markets Extend Gains Ahead of Thanksgiving Holiday
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U.S. Stock Markets Extend Gains Ahead of Thanksgiving Holiday

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Major U.S. stock indexes rose for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday, driven by technology sector gains and investor optimism about potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.

U.S. stock markets continued their upward trajectory on Wednesday, marking a fourth consecutive day of gains as investors prepared for the Thanksgiving holiday. The S&P 500 increased by 0.7% to close at 6,812.61, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.7% to 47,427.12, and the Nasdaq Composite added 0.8% to reach 23,214.69.

Technology stocks led the rally, with notable performances from companies such as Nvidia, Microsoft, and Broadcom. Financial stocks also advanced, with Robinhood Markets surging 10.9% following the announcement of plans to launch a futures and derivatives exchange.

Investor sentiment has improved amid expectations that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates in December, reversing recent losses caused by prior sell-offs. The rebound is viewed as a tech-led recovery, with anticipation for a strong finish to the year.

The trading week is shortened due to the Thanksgiving holiday, with markets closed on Thursday and operating for limited hours on Friday.

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The S&P 500 increased by 0.7% to close at 6,812.61, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.7% to 47,427.12, and the Nasdaq Composite added 0.8% to reach 23,214.69 on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.

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Technology stocks led the rally, with notable performances from companies such as Nvidia, Microsoft, and Broadcom.

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Robinhood Markets surged 10.9% following the announcement of plans to launch a futures and derivatives exchange.

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Investor sentiment has improved amid expectations that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates in December.

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