US stocks are higher; Consumer Discretionary leads, Energy lags

As seen on the 24/7 Wall St. homepage on November 4, 2026.

Market explainer · After the open

US stocks are higher; Consumer Discretionary leads, Energy lags

  • S&P 500+1.6%
  • Nasdaq 100+1.8%
  • Dow+2.1%
  • Russell 2000+0.8%

Per CNBC, the Dow is rallying as political risk eases after the Democratic victory in U.S. midterms.

LeadingConsumer Discretionary +3.7%Communication Services +3.6%Consumer Staples +2.4%
LaggingEnergy -3.4%Industrials -2.1%Utilities -1.3%

Mentioned: SPY, QQQ, DIA, IWM

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