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Stocks Extend Win Streaks With Fresh Record Closes

By Fernanda Horner | October 02, 2025, 4:33 PM

All three major benchmarks scored fifth-straight gains today in addition to record closes, with the Dow in the midst of its longest win streak since May, while the S&P 500 is now enjoying its best run since July.

Nvidia (NVIDA) powered today's tech rally, as traders monitored the ongoing government shutdown, with Senators expected to vote on funding once again tomorrow. Due to the shutdown, the nonfarm payrolls report for September has been postponed.

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

  • Occidental Petroleum stock falls on OxyChem sale.
  • Semiconductor stock getting love from options bulls.
  • Plus, chemical stock upgraded; WDC takes a breather; and two EV stocks to watch.

Closing Indexes Summary Oct 2

NYSE and Nasdaq Stats Oct 2

5 Things to Know Today

  1. Amazon.com (AMZN) had two delivery drones crash against a crane in Arizona, sparking federal probes and a temporary drone service pause in the area. (CNBC)
  2. AutoZone (AZO) Vice President Scott Murphy sold $12 million worth of shares via options after the company reported a fifth consecutive earnings miss. (Barron's)
  3. Analyst turns bullish on struggling chemical stock.
  4. Western Digital stock finally cools off.
  5. 2 EV stocks lower despite strong Q3 deliveries.
There were no notable earnings reports today.
 
Unusual Options Activty Oct 2

Gold Cools Off as Oil Extends Run Lower

Oil prices tumbled for a fourth-straight session today, to their lowest level in four months. Investors are worried about oversupply, as the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC+) could increase oil production by as much as 500,000 barrels per day next month. November-dated West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell 1.2%, or 73 cents, to $61.05 per barrel.

Gold prices also fell today, pulling back from record highs, after Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas President Lorie Logan struck a cautious tone around future interest rate cuts. Gold futures for December delivery were last seen down 0.8% at $3,868.10 per ounce.

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