On August 4, 2025, the US stock market rebounded sharply from the previous week's sell-off, driven by gains in the technology sector amid easing concerns over tariffs and economic health.
Key indices closed higher: The S&P 500 advanced 91.93 points, or 1.47%, to 6,329.94; the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 585.06 points, or 1.34%, to 44,173.64. The NASDAQ Composite also surged, led by chip stocks, though specific closing figures were not detailed in immediate reports.
Major movers included Nvidia (NVDA) and AMD, which spearheaded a rally in the semiconductor sector, contributing to the broader market recovery. Other tech giants like Apple (AAPL) and Microsoft (MSFT) also saw positive movements.
No major earnings releases were highlighted for this trading day, but investor sentiment was influenced by recent reports, including a weak July jobs report from the prior week that added only 73,000 jobs and included downward revisions.
Key economic events impacting the market included ongoing discussions around potential tariffs proposed by President Trump, which had sparked the previous Friday's decline, but markets stabilized with renewed optimism. Upcoming data such as initial unemployment claims later in the week were anticipated.
Price movement data showed a bullish session with the VIX declining, indicating reduced volatility, and sectors like technology outperforming, while commodities like oil remained under pressure from prior sessions.
The most searched or relevant tickers of the day reflected interest in tech rebound plays.