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Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are pushing higher as Washington comes to terms on a debt deal and May's Nonfarm Payrolls report showed continued labor market strength.

Congress Clears Debt Deal, Averting Default

The measure ends weeks of negotiation and unease about a potentially catastrophic government default.

Opening Market Update: Jobs Fair

Major stock indexes rallied Friday after the Senate voted to approve debt ceiling legislation, averting a default, but May jobs growth vastly exceeded analysts' expectations.

Looking to the Futures: Wheat Rebounds from Two-Year Low

On a continuation basis, Wednesday's intraday low of 573.25 was last seen in December 2020.

Higher on Debt Confidence

Confidence that the debt-ceiling drama could end soon helped lift the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to their highest levels in 9½ months.

Closing Market Update: Higher on Debt Confidence

Confidence that the debt-ceiling drama could end soon helped lift the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to their highest levels in 9½ months.

Month Ends on Weak Note

Major indexes were lower as the market awaits the debt-ceiling vote.

Debt Watch Continues

Big tech companies continue to shine thanks to optimism over AI, while the broader market struggles.

Total Concentration: Mega Caps Reign

The concentration of gains up the cap spectrum isn't itself a precursor to weakness; it's the lack of participation from the "average stock" that warrants some caution.

Tech Extends Rally

Nasdaq posts fifth consecutive weekly advance to end at a nine-month high, thanks to solid microchip company results and debt-ceiling optimism.