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(CNN Business) - The Nasdaq Composite index crossed the key level of 9,000 points for the first time on Thursday.
The technology company index has been on its longest winning streak in more than two years, and is on its way to its tenth consecutive closing record. The Nasdaq rose 0.7% on Thursday and has gained more than 35%, which leads it to make 2019 its best year since 2013.
Amazon was the most traded stock in the index. Shares of the online retailer increased 4% after the company said it had its best registered holiday season.
Shares rose across the board as investors returned from the Christmas holidays, when the markets were closed.
US actions UU. They closed Thursday with historical highs. The Dow closed 106 points, or 0.4%, higher. The S&P 500 closed up 0.5%.
Despite the records, it was a quiet day on Wall Street, and European transactions are closed for Boxing Day. During the holiday period, trading volume and activity slow down, which can exaggerate stock market movements.
In the area of raw materials, oil prices in the United States rose to a maximum of three months. Prices rose to US $ 61.83 per barrel, a level not seen since September.
Optimism about trade raised prices and helps the prospects for global economic growth, and with it the demand for oil.
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