New York, Nov 25, 2024 (AFP) - Dow closes at record as market applauds Trump Treasury pick

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2024-11-25

The Dow finished at a second straight record Monday, opening a holiday-shortened week with a flourish as investors applauded President-elect Donald Trump's pick for Treasury secretary. All three major indices climbed on news of the selection of hedge fund manager Scott Bessent to lead the critical economic policy position. The Dow Jones Industrial Average led the indices, climbing one percent to finish at an all-time high of 44,736.57. The broad-......

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