On Monday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average surged by 200 points, surpassing 40,000, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite gained 0.4% and 0.5%, respectively. This market rally followed an assassination attempt on presidential candidate Donald Trump, prompting increased investor interest. Key stocks included Trump Media, which soared nearly 40% amid speculation of a Trump victory, and Goldman Sachs, which reported a 150% profit increase. Bitcoin also rose over 5%, benefiting from perceptions of a Trump presidency boosting the crypto market. Overall, the market’s optimism reflects expectations of a more favorable regulatory environment and strong sector performances.
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