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Here’s a summary of the S&P 500 data for today, January 5, 2024 in anticipation for this week ahead:

• The S&P 500 closed at 4,697.24, up 8.56 points or 0.18% from the previous close of 4,688.68.
• The day’s trading range was between 4,682.11 and 4,721.49.
• The 52-week range for the index is 3,808.86 to 4,793.30.
• On a 5-day basis, the S&P 500 is down 1.52%.
• Over 1 month, it is up 2.02%.
• The 3-month gain is 9.02%.
• Year-to-date, the index is down 1.52%.
• Over the past year, the S&P 500 has gained 20.59%.

In summary, the S&P 500 closed slightly higher on the day but remains down over the past 5 days. The index is up over the past month and 3 months but has dipped slightly to start 2024 after a solid gain of 20.59% over the past year.

Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq market closing on 1/5/24

Here is a summary of the top 10 stocks based on price/volume today: