Market Reactions and Expectations

The markets experienced a rally on Election Day, with all three major indexes rising significantly, indicating investor optimism. Key sectors, particularly consumer discretionary and industrials, led the gains, suggesting a general positive sentiment about economic conditions. Notably, NVIDIA surpassed Apple to become the largest publicly traded company, reflecting investor confidence in tech. Analysts speculate that this performance might indicate relief about the upcoming election outcomes and its potential impact on economic policies.