Mixed Signals Churn Stock Market Despite Recent Highs
The New York Times • • business
Key Points:
- Attorney General Pam Bondi highlighted the Dow Jones Industrial Average crossing 50,000 as a sign of the Trump administration's successful economic policies, also noting strong performances in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite indices.
- Despite the optimistic commentary, the Dow has not maintained a level above 50,000 since Bondi's statement, and the S&P 500 has yet to close above 7,000, while the Nasdaq last hit record highs in October.
- Major stock indexes have been relatively stagnant for months, with significant volatility in individual stocks, as over 20% of S&P 500 stocks have seen price swings of 20% or more in 2026.
- Market volatility is increasing, reflected by a
