Market Podcast for 2025-11-20 (CST)

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Mark: Welcome back, listeners, to today's market update. We're diving into the latest available data from November 19, 2025. Susan, let’s start with the major indices. How did they perform?

Susan: Sure, Mark. It was a positive day overall for the indices. The S&P 500 added 24.84 points, closing at 6,642.16. The Dow Jones also saw a modest gain, up 47.03 points to close at 46,138.77. But the standout was the Nasdaq, which rose by 131.38 points to finish at 22,564.23.

Mark: That's great to hear, Susan. It seems like the tech-heavy Nasdaq is leading the charge here. Speaking of tech, let's get into some individual stock performances. Which ones caught your eye?

Susan: Absolutely, Mark. NVIDIA ended the day on a high note, opening at $184.79 and closing at $186.52, gaining $1.73. On the flip side, Tesla saw a dip, dropping $2.19 to close at $403.99. It was a mixed bag for the tech giants.

Mark: That's interesting. It looks like Google had a good day as well, gaining $5.31 to close at $292.99. But, Susan, there's one stock we need to dive deeper into. How about we take a closer look at Microsoft?

Susan: Great choice, Mark. Microsoft opened at $490.10 and closed at $487.12, marking a decline of $2.98. Despite the dip, Microsoft remains a solid player in the tech space. With its diversified portfolio, the company continues to be a key figure in cloud computing, AI, and productivity software.

Mark: Indeed, Microsoft's long-term outlook remains robust, even with short-term fluctuations. Their continued innovation and strategic acquisitions are likely to keep them at the forefront of the tech industry.

Susan: Absolutely, Mark. It's important for investors to keep in mind that daily fluctuations are normal in the stock market, and looking at the bigger picture often provides more insight.

Mark: Well said, Susan. Now, before we wrap up, let's leave our listeners with a fun market-related anecdote. Did you know that during the Great Depression, the New York Stock Exchange had to shorten its hours to prevent panic selling?

Susan: I did not know that! It’s fascinating how the market has evolved over the years to ensure stability and confidence among investors.

Mark: Exactly, Susan. It’s a reminder of how resilience and adaptation have always been part of the financial markets. And on that note, we conclude today's market update. Thanks for tuning in, everyone!

Susan: Thanks for joining us, and be sure to catch us again for more insights. Have a great day!