Stock market today: S&P 500, Nasdaq close at record highs as tech surges to kick off December
The S&P 500 and Dow are entering December on a high note, having ended November with their best monthly gains in a year. The rally got a boost last month thanks to optimism around President-elect Donald Trump's victory. Year to date, the benchmark S&P is up over 25%, while the Dow has gained nearly 20%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq has gained nearly 30%.