The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) closed higher on Friday, November 28, 2025, gaining 289.30 (0.61%) points in a shortened Black Friday trading session. Dow Futures (YM=F) also reflected positive sentiment, rising 253.00 (0.5327%). The primary narrative driving the market today was strong optimism surrounding the Black Friday shopping period and the broader holiday retail season, signaling robust consumer spending expectations. This positive outlook propelled a broad range of sectors, particularly tho ...