Stock Market Today: Dow Gains 500 Points On Inflation Data; Security System Name Breaks Out (Live Coverage)

The Dow Jones Industrial Average and other indexes bolted higher Friday afternoon as investors rejoiced in a cooler-than-expected inflation report on the stock market today. Meanwhile, Emcor Group hit a high while an internet infrastructure name plunged. All three major indexes got a boost as the U.S. Consumer Price Index came in softer than expected, paving the way for more interest rate cuts.