Wall Street indices gain on robust semiconductor performance

NEW YORK, 19th June, 2026 (WAM) -- The US Wall Street stock indices closed Thursday’s trading higher, supported by strong semiconductor company stocks and easing inflation concerns.

The S&P's 500 Index rose by 78.31 points, or 1.06%, to close at 7,498.41 points.

The Nasdaq Composite Index also climbed 496.28 points, or 1.87%, to close at 26,507.05 points, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 70.29 points, or 0.14%, reaching 51,562.84 points.