Dow Jones - Page 2

The Dow Jones refers to a collection of stock market indices created by Charles Dow, specifically the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), which is one of the most widely quoted indicators of stock market performance in the United States. The DJIA tracks the stock prices of 30 major, publicly owned companies traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ. It is a price-weighted index, meaning that companies with higher stock prices have a greater influence on the index's performance. The Dow Jones serves as a barometer for the overall health of the stock market and the economy, providing insights into market trends and investor sentiment. The term "Dow Jones" can also refer to the broader brand that encompasses various financial indices and publishing services provided by Dow Jones & Company, a financial news and information firm.