On Wednesday, 10th July 2024, the S&P 500 reached a new record high, surpassing 5,600 for the first time, propelled by a significant surge in semiconductor stocks.
The S&P 500 index rose by 1.02%, ending the day at 5,633 and marking its seventh consecutive day of gains. The Nasdaq Composite increased, achieving a new all-time high closing at 18,647.
This year has seen the S&P 500 close at record highs some 37 times, with the Nasdaq following closely with 27 record high finishes.
S&P 500
Nasdaq Composite
The Dow Jones Industrial Average grew by 429 points, finishing at 39,721.
Note: figures rounded