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S&P 500 closes at record high as tech leads a $7.6 trillion surge
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
The rally adds trillions since March—without a slowdown yet
The S&P 500 closed at a record high, accelerating a market rally powered by technology stocks. Investors remain upbeat as company earnings hold up and growth expectations stay firm, even as global tensions linger in the background. The index has surged by roughly $7.6 trillion since March, and optimism is growing that the uptrend can continue if earnings momentum persists.
- S&P 500 ends at a record high close
- Technology stocks are driving most of the gains
- Market value has risen about $7.6 trillion since March
- Investors stay confident despite ongoing global tensions
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