S&P 500
S&P 500 Defies Washington Gridlock, Extends Historic Winning Streak Amidst Government Shutdown
As the United States government enters its second week of shutdown, a remarkable divergence is playing out on Wall Street. While political pundits grapple with congressional gridlock, the S&P 500 has soared to unprecedented heights, marking an extraordinary eighth consecutive day of gains as of October 7, 2025.