Major U.S. stock-indexes hit record intraday highs on Monday, with the S&P 500's market capitalization topping $20 trillion for the first time ever, as the "Trump trade" was jump-started on renewed optimism about the economy. President Donald Trump vowed last Thursday to make a major tax announcement in the next few weeks, rekindling a rally that has stalled amid concerns over his protectionist stance and lack of clarity on policy reforms.
Most of Dow stocks in positive area (23 of 30). Top loser - Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ, -1.01%). Top gainer - Caterpillar Inc. (CAT, +2.56%).
Most of S&P sectors in positive area. Top gainer - Financials (+0.9%). Top loser - Conglomerates (-0.6%).
At the moment:
Dow 20365.00 +142.00 +0.70%
S&P 500 2325.75 +13.00 +0.56%
Nasdaq 100 5254.50 +27.75 +0.53%
Oil 52.87 -0.99 -1.84%
Gold 1225.30 -10.60 -0.86%
U.S. 10yr 2.44 +0.03