Stock Market Live February 25, 2026: S&P 500 (SPY) Up on Trump and Tech
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Stock Market Live February 25, 2026: S&P 500 (SPY) Up on Trump and Tech
"My administration will give these oft-forgotten American workers, great people, the people that built our country, access to the same type of retirement plan offered to every federal worker. We will match your contribution with up to $1,000 each year."
"I'm asking Congress to make that ban permanent, because homes for people, really that's what we want. We want homes for people, not corporations; corporations are doing just fine."
"Six potential threats over the next 8 quarters. As we head into earnings and then GTC San Jose in March 2026, the market will be responsive to your perspective on six potential strategic threats."
Markets responded positively to President Trump's recent speech, with the S&P 500 up 0.3%, the Dow up 0.31%, and the Nasdaq up 0.44%. Precious metals and Bitcoin also gained, with gold rising $30 to $5,188 and Bitcoin adding $2,161 to $66,212. Trump proposed a government-backed 401(k) program for workers without employer matches, offering up to $1,000 annual contributions. He also called for Congress to permanently ban institutional investors from purchasing single-family homes, prioritizing homeownership for individuals over corporations. Nvidia gained momentum following earnings release, with analysts at Rothschild & Co. Redburn and Citi reiterating buy ratings on the tech giant despite noting strategic challenges ahead.
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