US stock markets have seen significant gains, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq posting their longest runs of monthly gains in several years. This surge is attributed to optimism surrounding artificial intelligence and easing trade tensions.
The technology sector, heavily represented in the Nasdaq, has been a primary driver of this growth. Strong earnings reports from major tech companies, particularly Amazon, have further boosted investor confidence. The Nasdaq Composite, which is heavily influenced by technology, consumer discretionary, and healthcare sectors, has outperformed the S&P 500. Conversely, macroeconomic factors such as inflation, interest rates, and GDP growth continue to influence market sentiment.
On October 31, 2025, the US500 rose to 6845 points, marking a 0.33% increase from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 1.99% and is up 19.48% compared to the same time last year. The Nasdaq gained 2.2%, the S&P 500 moved up by 0.7%, and the Dow added 0.7% over the week.
