NASDAQ 100 Rises 1% to 200 Points, On Track for Record Close as Amazon Shares Hit Record High

U.S. stocks continued their upward trajectory on December 4, 2024, with the NASDAQ 100 index rising by 1%, positioning it for a record close. The index's gain was bolstered by strong performances in major tech stocks, including Amazon, which saw its shares reach a record high. The NASDAQ's increase of approximately 200 points reflects a broader positive sentiment in the market as investors remain optimistic about economic prospects.