The three major indices of the U.S. New York Stock Exchange closed uniformly higher on the 16th (Korean time). As U.S. Treasury yields declined, a favorable environment for the stock market was created, giving the market a chance to catch its breath.

■ Dow Up 1.08%... Three Major Indices Close Higher

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 52,177.69, up 556.21 points (1.08%) from the previous trading day. The Standard & Poor's (S&P) 500 index finished the session at 7,744.06, up 25.12 points (0.33%). The Nasdaq Composite also closed at 26,713.03, up 20.16 points (0.08%).

■ September PPI Rises 1.3% Month-on-Month... Exceeds Market Expectations

Economic indicators still showed price pressures. The U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) for September rose 1.3% from the previous month, significantly exceeding market expectations. However, despite the stronger-than-expected price increase, major stock indices maintained their upward trend.

■ Fed's FOMC Rate Decision Emerges as Key Variable

The market is simultaneously watching inflation pressures and monetary policy outlook. In particular, how the Federal Reserve (Fed) decides on the benchmark rate at the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting later this month is cited as a key variable for the stock market going forward. The market's assessment of the possibility of a rate freeze and movements in Treasury yields are expected to influence investor sentiment.

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