Historical Events tagged with "dotcom bubble"
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Economics & Industry
Dow Jones Surpasses 10,000 for First Time
March 29th, 1999 25 years ago
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 10,006.78, marking a significant milestone as it exceeded the 10,000 point mark for the first time in history. This achievement occurred amidst a speculative trading craze driven by the booming dot-com sector, where technology stocks were surging due to the Internet's growing prominence. Traders and investors celebrated this moment, reflecting optimism about economic growth and market expansion. The milestone was seen as a psychological barrier broken in the financial markets.
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