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Nasdaq jumps and Dow hits record as oil declines

Nasdaq rose 2.6% on an oil-price drop, while SpaceX shares slipped in the postmarket session.

Reported · Written up by our desk · Indices

US stocks moved higher on August 4, 2026, with the Nasdaq gaining 2.6% as oil prices fell, according to WSJ Markets.

The report said the Dow also rallied to a record level amid the broad rise.

SpaceX shares, however, declined in postmarket trading, pointing to investors focusing on upcoming company developments.

Latest closeNasdaq Comp. 26,584.99 ▲2.6%|Dow Jones 54,085.88 ▲1.7%

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WSJ MarketsStock Market News, August 4, 2026: Dow Rallies to Record, SpaceX Earnings in Focus

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