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On September 26, U.S. stocks showed mixed results; the Dow reached a record high, while trade tariffs introduced uncertainty, impacting sectors and raising inflation concerns.
By William Collins, consultant in stock markets – Eurasia Business News, September 26, 2025. Article no 1806
The U.S. stock market showed mixed performance on Friday September 26. The Dow Jones Industrial Average reached an all-time high, closing up by 137 points (0.33%) at 42,313.00. This gain was driven by a subdued inflation report, which raised hopes for further Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The Russell 2000 small-cap index also rose by 0.67%, hitting a weekly high.
In contrast, the S&P 500 declined slightly by 7 points (0.13%) to 5,738.17, and the Nasdaq Composite fell by 70 points (0.39%), closing at 18,119.59. Both indices remained near recent peaks despite the dip.
Overall, the Dow’s record close and small-cap strength reflected optimism from the inflation data, even as the broader market indexes faced minor pullbacks on the day, after the announcement of new sweeping tariffs by the U.S. President Donald Trump, including 100% duties on patented pharmaceutical drugs, a 50% tariff on imported kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities, 30% tariffs on upholstered furniture, and a 25% tariff on heavy-duty trucks imported into the U.S. These tariffs are aimed at protecting U.S. manufacturing and national security but have introduced fresh trade uncertainty.
The market reaction to these announcements was negative for certain sectors: shares of furniture retailers and manufacturers like Wayfair, RH, and Williams-Sonoma dropped sharply in after-hours trading. The broader U.S. stock market experienced pressure due to concerns about trade disruptions, increased costs for businesses, and potential further inflationary impact stemming from these tariffs.
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Gold price was around $3,789.80 per ounce, showing a slight increase of about 0.5% from the previous day. Gold prices remained near record highs, supported by safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties.
Silver prices on this date were approximately $46.04 per ounce, also reflecting a rise and maintaining strength alongside gold as a precious metal investment.
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Both metals showed solid performance driven by market conditions favoring safety assets, including concerns over trade policies and global economic risks.
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