The main stock market index of United States, the US500, rose to 6818 points on December 2, 2025, gaining 0.08% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has declined 0.50%, though it remains 12.70% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from United States. United States Stock Market Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on December of 2025.

In 2025, ** percent of adults in the United States invested in the stock market. This figure has remained steady over the last few years and is still below the levels before the Great Recession, when it peaked in 2007 at ** percent. What is the stock market? The stock market can be defined as a group of stock exchanges where investors can buy shares in a publicly traded company. In more recent years, it is estimated an increasing number of Americans are using neobrokers, making stock trading more accessible to investors. Other investments A significant number of people think stocks and bonds are the safest investments, while others point to real estate, gold, bonds, or a savings account. Since witnessing the significant one-day losses in the stock market during the financial crisis, many investors were turning towards these alternatives in hopes for more stability, particularly for investments with longer maturities. This could explain the decrease in this statistic since 2007. Nevertheless, some speculators enjoy chasing the short-run fluctuations, and others see value in choosing particular stocks.

This dataset encapsulates a detailed examination of market dynamics over a five-year period, focusing on the fluctuation of prices and trading volumes across a diversified portfolio. It covers various sectors including energy commodities like natural gas and crude oil, metals such as copper, platinum, silver, and gold, cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin and Ethereum, and key stock indices and companies like the S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, Apple, Tesla, Microsoft, Google, Nvidia, Berkshire Hathaway, Netflix, Amazon, and Meta Platforms. This dataset serves as a valuable resource for analyzing trends and patterns in global markets.

Date: The date of the recorded data, formatted as DD-MM-YYYY. Natural_Gas_Price: Price of natural gas in USD per million British thermal units (MMBtu). Natural_Gas_Vol.: Trading volume of natural gas Crude_oil_Price: Price of crude oil in USD per barrel. Crude_oil_Vol.: Trading volume of crude oil Copper_Price: Price of copper in USD per pound. Copper_Vol.: Trading volume of copper Bitcoin_Price: Price of Bitcoin in USD. Bitcoin_Vol.: Trading volume of Bitcoin Platinum_Price: Price of platinum in USD per troy ounce. Platinum_Vol.: Trading volume of platinum Ethereum_Price: Price of Ethereum in USD. Ethereum_Vol.: Trading volume of Ethereum S&P_500_Price: Price index of the S&P 500. Nasdaq_100_Price: Price index of the Nasdaq 100. Nasdaq_100_Vol.: Trading volume for the Nasdaq 100 index Apple_Price: Stock price of Apple Inc. in USD. Apple_Vol.: Trading volume of Apple Inc. stock Tesla_Price: Stock price of Tesla Inc. in USD. Tesla_Vol.: Trading volume of Tesla Inc. stock Microsoft_Price: Stock price of Microsoft Corporation in USD. Microsoft_Vol.: Trading volume of Microsoft Corporation stock Silver_Price: Price of silver in USD per troy ounce. Silver_Vol.: Trading volume of silver Google_Price: Stock price of Alphabet Inc. (Google) in USD. Google_Vol.: Trading volume of Alphabet Inc. stock Nvidia_Price: Stock price of Nvidia Corporation in USD. Nvidia_Vol.: Trading volume of Nvidia Corporation stock Berkshire_Price: Stock price of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. in USD. Berkshire_Vol.: Trading volume of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. stock Netflix_Price: Stock price of Netflix Inc. in USD. Netflix_Vol.: Trading volume of Netflix Inc. stock Amazon_Price: Stock price of Amazon.com Inc. in USD. Amazon_Vol.: Trading volume of Amazon.com Inc. stock Meta_Price: Stock price of Meta Platforms, Inc. (formerly Facebook) in USD. Meta_Vol.: Trading volume of Meta Platforms, Inc. stock Gold_Price: Price of gold in USD per troy ounce. Gold_Vol.: Trading volume of gold

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In 2025, stock markets in the United States accounted for roughly ** percent of world stocks. The next largest country by stock market share was China, followed by the European Union as a whole. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ are the largest stock exchange operators worldwide. What is a stock exchange? The first modern publicly traded company was the Dutch East Industry Company, which sold shares to the general public to fund expeditions to Asia. Since then, groups of companies have formed exchanges in which brokers and dealers can come together and make transactions in one space. Stock market indices group companies trading on a given exchange, giving an idea of how they evolve in real time. Appeal of stock ownership Over half of adults in the United States are investing money in the stock market. Stocks are an attractive investment because the possible return is higher than offered by other financial instruments.

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Stock market index in the USA, September, 2025 The most recent value is 199.97 points as of September 2025, an increase compared to the previous value of 194.61 points. Historically, the average for the USA from January 1960 to September 2025 is 46.08 points. The minimum of 2.98 points was recorded in June 1962, while the maximum of 199.97 points was reached in September 2025. | TheGlobalEconomy.com

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) index dropped around ***** points in the four weeks from February 12 to March 11, 2020, but has since recovered and peaked at ********* points as of November 24, 2024. In February 2020 - just prior to the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the DJIA index stood at a little over ****** points. U.S. markets suffer as virus spreads The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a turbulent period for stock markets – the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also recorded dramatic drops. At the start of February, some analysts remained optimistic that the outbreak would ease. However, the increased spread of the virus started to hit investor confidence, prompting a record plunge in the stock markets. The Dow dropped by more than ***** points in the week from February 21 to February 28, which was a fall of **** percent – its worst percentage loss in a week since October 2008. Stock markets offer valuable economic insights The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a stock market index that monitors the share prices of the 30 largest companies in the United States. By studying the performance of the listed companies, analysts can gauge the strength of the domestic economy. If investors are confident in a company’s future, they will buy its stocks. The uncertainty of the coronavirus sparked fears of an economic crisis, and many traders decided that investment during the pandemic was too risky.

United States US: Stocks Traded: Total Value data was reported at 39,785.881 USD bn in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 42,071.330 USD bn for 2016. United States US: Stocks Traded: Total Value data is updated yearly, averaging 17,934.293 USD bn from Dec 1984 (Median) to 2017, with 34 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 47,245.496 USD bn in 2008 and a record low of 1,108.421 USD bn in 1984. United States US: Stocks Traded: Total Value data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.World Bank.WDI: Financial Sector. The value of shares traded is the total number of shares traded, both domestic and foreign, multiplied by their respective matching prices. Figures are single counted (only one side of the transaction is considered). Companies admitted to listing and admitted to trading are included in the data. Data are end of year values converted to U.S. dollars using corresponding year-end foreign exchange rates.; ; World Federation of Exchanges database.; Sum; Stock market data were previously sourced from Standard & Poor's until they discontinued their 'Global Stock Markets Factbook' and database in April 2013. Time series have been replaced in December 2015 with data from the World Federation of Exchanges and may differ from the previous S&P definitions and methodology.

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The value of the DJIA index amounted to ****** at the end of June 2025, up from ********* at the end of March 2020. Global panic about the coronavirus epidemic caused the drop in March 2020, which was the worst drop since the collapse of Lehman Brothers in 2008. Dow Jones Industrial Average index – additional information The Dow Jones Industrial Average index is a price-weighted average of 30 of the largest American publicly traded companies on New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ, and includes companies like Goldman Sachs, IBM and Walt Disney. This index is considered to be a barometer of the state of the American economy. DJIA index was created in 1986 by Charles Dow. Along with the NASDAQ 100 and S&P 500 indices, it is amongst the most well-known and used stock indexes in the world. The year that the 2018 financial crisis unfolded was one of the worst years of the Dow. It was also in 2008 that some of the largest ever recorded losses of the Dow Jones Index based on single-day points were registered. On September 29, 2008, for instance, the Dow had a loss of ****** points, one of the largest single-day losses of all times. The best years in the history of the index still are 1915, when the index value increased by ***** percent in one year, and 1933, year when the index registered a growth of ***** percent.

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As of July 21, 2025, the ****************************** held the largest share of any stock exchange operator of the U.S. equity market, accounting for around ** percent of all equities traded in the country. Following was the ******, then the *************************************, with there then being a large gap back to any other stock market operator. However, the largest portion of equity trading took place through off-exchange transactions.

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The US capital market exchange ecosystem, encompassing exchanges like the NYSE, NASDAQ, and Cboe, is a robust and dynamic sector experiencing significant growth. Driven by factors such as increasing retail investor participation fueled by technological advancements and democratization of access to financial markets (e.g., through commission-free trading apps), and a surge in IPOs and other capital-raising activities by both established and emerging companies, the market demonstrates substantial expansion potential. The diversification of financial instruments beyond traditional equities and debt into areas like derivatives and ETFs further contributes to market expansion. Institutional investors, including hedge funds and mutual funds, continue to play a pivotal role, driving trading volume and liquidity. While regulatory changes and macroeconomic uncertainties pose potential restraints, the overall outlook remains positive, with a projected CAGR exceeding 8% for the forecast period 2025-2033. Technological innovations, including AI-driven trading algorithms and blockchain technology for enhanced security and transparency, are reshaping the landscape, promoting efficiency and attracting further investment. The segment breakdown reveals a substantial contribution from both primary and secondary markets, with equity trading likely holding a larger market share compared to debt instruments in the US context. Regional analysis highlights the dominance of North America, particularly the United States, due to its mature financial markets and large pool of both retail and institutional investors. However, other regions, including Europe and Asia-Pacific, are demonstrating increasing participation and growth, fueled by economic expansion and the rising middle class in emerging economies. The competitive landscape is characterized by established players alongside emerging fintech companies offering innovative trading platforms and services. This competition fosters innovation and enhances market efficiency, benefiting both investors and businesses seeking capital. The ongoing evolution of the ecosystem necessitates ongoing adaptation and strategic planning for all participants, ensuring relevance and profitability in a rapidly changing environment. Notable trends are: Increasing Capitalization in Equity Market Driving the Capital Market.

The main stock market index of United States, the US500, fell to 6812 points on December 2, 2025, losing 0.01% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has declined 0.58%, though it remains 12.60% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from United States. United States Stock Market Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on December of 2025.

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is the largest stock exchange in the world, with an equity market capitalization of almost ** trillion U.S. dollars as of November 2025. The following largest three exchanges were the NASDAQ, PINK Exchange, and the Frankfurt Exchange. What is a stock exchange? A stock exchange is a marketplace where stockbrokers, traders, buyers, and sellers can trade in equities products. The largest exchanges have thousands of listed companies. These companies sell shares of their business, giving the general public the opportunity to invest in them. The oldest stock exchange worldwide is the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, founded in the late sixteenth century. Other functions of a stock exchange Since these are publicly traded companies, every firm listed on a stock exchange has had an initial public offering (IPO). The largest IPOs can raise billions of dollars in equity for the firm involved. Related to stock exchanges are derivatives exchanges, where stock options, futures contracts, and other derivatives can be traded.

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