Dow jumps more than 250 points, S&P 500 closes higher to post fresh record: Live updates

Oct. 4, 2024 - CNBC

Stocks rose Thursday, with the S&P 500 hitting a new record, following the release of upbeat U.S.

economic data. The broad market index climbed 0.

40% to 5,745.37.

Weekly jobless claims fell more than expected, pointing to a steady labor market. "If there's a problem in the labor market, it's not showing up in the weekly jobless claims data.

Both the S&P 500 and the Dow fell Wednesday, taking a breather from their recent strong runs...