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Stock Market Today, October 9, 2026: S&P 500 Closes at Record High on Fed Rate Cut Expectations

The stock market finished Friday, October 9, 2026 with a strong rally as investors bet on Federal Reserve rate cuts in November. The S&P 500 printed a new all-time high, the...

Sarah Mitchell·1h ago·6 min

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Healthcare Stocks This Week: XLV Outpaces S&P 500 Amid Rate Pause Optimism (Oct 5–9, 2026)

David Brooks·4h ago$XLV

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Stock Market Today, October 8, 2026: S&P 500 and Nasdaq Close Higher on Jobs Data Relief

Sarah Mitchell·1d ago$GSPC

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Stock Market Today, October 7, 2026: S&P 500 Closes at 5,847 on Fed Rate Pause Optimism

Sarah Mitchell·2d ago$SPX

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Stock Market Today, October 6, 2026: S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Close Recap — Tech Leads Rally

Sarah Mitchell·3d ago·7 min

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Stock Market Today, October 5, 2026: S&P 500 Closes at 5,847 as Tech Leads Rally

Sarah Mitchell·4d ago·6 min

What Is a Short Squeeze? Complete Guide to Mechanics and How to Spot One

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What Is a Short Squeeze? Complete Guide to Mechanics and How to Spot One

Sarah Mitchell·4d ago·12 min

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