How Major US Stock Indexes Fared May 26

The U.S. stock market rose to more all-time highs and caught up with climbs for others around the world from the day before, when President Donald Trump said negotiations were “proceeding nicely” with Iran on ending their war.The S&P 500 added 0.6 percent Tuesday after trading resumed following Monday’s holiday. The Nasdaq composite climbed 1.2 percent to reach a record of its own. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.2 percent.Treasury yields eased in the bond market on hopes that a deal on the Iran war could improve the global flow of oil and reduce pressure on inflation.On Tuesday:The S&P 500 rose 45.65 points, or 0.6 percent, to 7,519.12.The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 118.02 points, or 0.2 percent, to 50,461.68.The Nasdaq composite rose 312.21 points, or 1.2 percent, to 26,656.18.The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 51.31 points, or 1.8 percent, to 2,920.54.For the year:The S&P 500 is up 673.62 points, or 9.8 percent.The Dow is up 2,398.39 points, or 5 percent.The Nasdaq is up 3,414.19 points, or 14.7 percent.The Russell 2000 is up 438.63 points, or 17.7 percent.The views and opinions expressed are those of the authors. They are meant for general informational purposes only and should not be construed or interpreted as a recommendation or solicitation. The Epoch Times does not provide investment, tax, legal, financial planning, estate planning, or any other personal finance advice. The Epoch Times holds no liability for the accuracy or timeliness of the information provided.