Dow, S&P 500 Close at Records on Hopes of Short Shutdown

By Fernanda Horner | October 01, 2025, 4:25 PM

The Dow and S&P 500 marked record closes on Tuesday, notching their fourth-straight gains on hopes of a brief government shutdown that will have little impact on stocks. The Nasdaq also secured its fourth consecutive win, brushing off a delayed nonfarm payrolls report for September. Meanwhile, ADP employment data showed private payrolls dropping by 32,000 in August, compared to the gains of 45,000 that analysts expected.

Continue reading for more on today's market, including:

This utility stock surged amid buyout talks.
Why options traders are swarming Eli Lilly stock.
Plus, NKE's post-earnings pop; solar stock upgraded; and what's on next week's schedule.

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Intel (INTC) is reportedly in early talks with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) to manufacture chips for it in its foundry business. (CNBC)
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook will keep her position for now, after the Supreme Court delayed a ruling on her termination until January. (Barron's)
Options bulls targeted Nike stock after earnings.
Analyst: Solar stock could see strong growth in 2026.
Government shutdown could impact next week's schedule.

Gold Prices Close at Record Highs

Oil prices marked their third-straight loss on Tuesday, as investors weighed government shutdown concerns and next month's planned crude output boost by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC+). November-dated West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell 0.8%, or 48 cents, to $61.89 per barrel.

Gold prices settled at record highs as traders sought a safe haven in the yellow metal. Gold futures for December delivery were last seen up 0.7% at $3,867.50 per ounce.

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Dow, S&P 500 Close at Records on Hopes of Short Shutdown

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Gold Prices Close at Record Highs

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