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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Graig Graziosi

Dow Jones crosses 40,000 points for the first time

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The Dow Jones Industrial Average has hit 40,000 for the first time ever on Thursday morning after a favorable inflation report.

The index — a collection 30 major companies including Apple and McDonald's — has gained 6 per cent this year. The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq have also hit record highs, outpacing the Dow.

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