Friendly Trade in New York: Dow Jones Up Tuesday
Dow Jones Industrial Average Sees Slight Gains in Tuesday trading
New York, April 2, 2025 – Teh Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experienced marginal gains in trading on Tuesday. as of 6:01 p.m. Eastern Time, the DJIA was up 0.15%, reaching 42,064.23 points.
Market Performance
The trading day began with a dip, as the DJIA initially fell by 1.47% to 41,382.52 points, following a close of 42,001.76 points the previous day. Throughout the day, the index fluctuated, hitting a low of 41,519.90 points and a high of 42,115.23 points.
Year-to-Date Performance
The DJIA has seen some movement since the start of the year. On Feb. 28, 2025, the index closed at 43,840.91. Looking back further, the DJIA stood at 42,544.22 on Dec. 31, 2024. A year prior, on April 1, 2024, the DJIA was at 39,566.85.
So far in 2025, the index has risen by 0.774%. The year’s high for the Dow Jones is 45,054.36 points, while the low is 40,661.77 points.
Top Performers and Underperformers
Several stocks within the Dow Jones showed notable movement. Leading the gains were:
- Nike: Up 1.72% to $64.57
- Microsoft: Up 1.50% to $381.03
- Amazon: Up 1.44% to $193.00
- Walmart: Up 1.26% to $88.90
- Home Depot: Up 0.95% to EUR 338.70
Conversely,the following stocks faced downward pressure:
- Johnson & Johnson: Down 5.00% to $157.54
- Merck: Down 1.68% to $88.25
- Visa: Down 0.90% to $347.30
- Walt Disney: Down 0.89% to $97.82
- Boeing: Down 0.61%
Trading Volume and Market Capitalization
Nvidia shares saw the highest trading volume within the Dow Jones, with 15,582,138 shares changing hands. Apple currently holds the largest market capitalization within the index.
Valuation metrics
According to estimates,Verizon currently has the lowest price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) in the Dow Jones. The company is also projected to have a dividend yield of 6.03% in 2025, topping the index in this metric.
Dow Jones Performance on Tuesday, April 2, 2025
This article provides an overview of teh Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) performance on Tuesday, April 2, 2025, including market fluctuations, top-performing and underperforming stocks, trading volume, and valuation metrics. The facts is based on trading data as of 6:01 p.m. Eastern Time.
What was the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) performance on Tuesday, April 2, 2025?
As of 6:01 p.m. Eastern Time on April 2, 2025, the DJIA was up 0.15%, reaching 42,064.23 points. This reflects marginal gains in Tuesday’s trading.
How did the DJIA fluctuate during the trading day?
The trading day began with a dip. The DJIA initially fell by 1.47% to 41,382.52 points, following the previous day’s close of 42,001.76 points.During the day, the index fluctuated, hitting a low of 41,519.90 points and a high of 42,115.23 points.
What is the year-to-date (YTD) performance of the Dow Jones?
So far in 2025, the DJIA has risen by 0.774%. the year’s high for the Dow Jones is 45,054.36 points, and the low is 40,661.77 points.
Here’s a snapshot of the DJIA at key dates:
- February 28, 2025: Closed at 43,840.91
- december 31, 2024: Closed at 42,544.22
- April 1, 2024: At 39,566.85
Which stocks were the top performers in the dow Jones on April 2, 2025?
The stocks that led the gains on April 2, 2025, were:
- Nike: Up 1.72% to $64.57
- Microsoft: Up 1.50% to $381.03
- Amazon: Up 1.44% to $193.00
- Walmart: Up 1.26% to $88.90
- Home Depot: Up 0.95% to EUR 338.70
Which stocks faced downward pressure on April 2, 2025?
The following stocks experienced downward pressure:
- Johnson & johnson: Down 5.00% to $157.54
- Merck: Down 1.68% to $88.25
- Visa: Down 0.90% to $347.30
- Walt Disney: Down 0.89% to $97.82
- Boeing: Down 0.61%
What was the highest trading volume within the Dow Jones on April 2, 2025?
Nvidia shares saw the highest trading volume within the Dow Jones, with 15,582,138 shares changing hands.
Which company has the largest market capitalization in the Dow Jones?
Apple currently holds the largest market capitalization within the Dow Jones.
which stock has the lowest P/E ratio and highest dividend yield?
According to estimates, Verizon currently has the lowest price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) in the Dow Jones. The company is also projected to have a dividend yield of 6.03% in 2025, topping the index in this metric.
Key Metrics Summary
This table summarizes key data points from the trading day:
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| DJIA Performance (April 2, 2025) | Up 0.15% to 42,064.23 points |
| Year-to-Date Performance (2025) | Up 0.774% |
| Highest Trading Volume | Nvidia (15,582,138 shares) |
| Largest Market Capitalization | Apple |
| Lowest P/E Ratio | Verizon |
| Highest Projected Dividend Yield (2025) | Verizon (6.03%) |