U.S. Stock Indexes Rise at Week's Start Amid Holiday Spirit

Stocks on Wall Street closed higher on Monday, marking the beginning of a holiday-shortened trading week.

The S&P 500 saw an increase of 0.7% on Monday, largely boosted by the performance of major technology firms, especially leading chip manufacturers like Nvidia and Broadcom. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed by 0.2%, while the Nasdaq composite experienced a rise of 1%.

In notable stock movements, shares of Honda listed in the U.S. surged significantly after the company announced discussions regarding a potential merger with Nissan. This deal could potentially include Mitsubishi Motors as well. Additionally, Eli Lilly saw a jump in its stock value after regulatory approval was granted for Zepbound, a new prescription medication designed for adults suffering from sleep apnea. Meanwhile, Treasury yields increased in the bond market.

On Monday's trading:

The S&P 500 gained 43.22 points, or 0.7%, bringing its total to 5,974.07.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 66.69 points, or 0.2%, ending at 42,906.95.

The Nasdaq composite saw an increase of 192.29 points, or 1%, reaching a total of 19,764.89.

However, the Russell 2000 index, which represents smaller companies, declined by 4.93 points, or 0.2%, settling at 2,237.44.

Looking at the year-to-date performance:

The S&P 500 has surged by 1,204.24 points, reflecting a growth of 25.2%.

The Dow has gained 5,217.41 points, which is a 13.8% increase.

The Nasdaq has increased by 4,753.53 points, translating to a 31.7% rise.

Lastly, the Russell 2000 index is up 210.36 points, showing a growth of 10.4%.

Investment Considerations for Eli Lilly

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