How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 12/4/2025
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US stock indexes experienced modest moves on Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipping 0.1% and the Nasdaq composite rising 0.2%. Dollar General rallied after a positive earnings report, while Kroger dropped due to weaker revenue. The market remains calm after weeks of sharp swings.
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.1%, and the Nasdaq composite rose 0.2%. Dollar General rallied after reporting a better profit than analysts expected, but Kroger dropped after the grocer reported weaker revenue than expected. The market's modest overall moves continue a calm run following weeks of sharp swings for stocks.
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Original article published by Yahoo Finance on December 5, 2025. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.