The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.53% to a record close of 51,460.06 on June 4, 2026, with only four of 30 components declining. UnitedHealth Group surged nearly 6% and Merck gained more than 4% to lead the advance.
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Dow Jones rises 1.53% to 51,460, setting new record high
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.53% to 51,460.06 on Thursday, a record close, with only four of its 30 components declining as the blue-chip index extended its run of all-time highs.
UnitedHealth Group led the advance, surging nearly 6%, while Merck & Co gained more than 4%. American Express rose 3.6% and Visa added 3.2%, pushing the Dow past its prior record.
The breadth of the rally — just four decliners among 30 components — showed broad-based buying rather than concentrated strength. Healthcare and financial stocks drove the move, with UnitedHealth and American Express among the top contributors.
"Today's attention turns to the US jobless claims data, the last major labour market read before Friday's nonfarm payrolls report," said Akshat Siddhant, lead quant analyst at Mudrex. Both reports will factor into the Federal Reserve's rate decision later this month, he said. The dollar index held near 99.48, while Brent crude slipped 0.96% to $96.88 a barrel and gold rose 0.82% to $4,471.08.
The record close shows US equities maintaining momentum despite elevated crude prices. Friday's payroll data will provide the next major catalyst, with investors watching for any signal that could shift the Fed's rate path.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
