On October 17, 2024, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at another record high, driven by stronger-than-expected retail sales data and a rebound in chip stocks led by TSMC. Financials outperformed, with Morgan Stanley and other large banks reporting strong quarterly earnings. Small-cap stocks gained momentum, though tech megacaps such as Apple and Alphabet saw declines. Investors remain focused on upcoming economic data and Federal Reserve rate cut expectations.
