The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 0.6% on Thursday, closing at 49,442.44, marking an increase of 292.81 points. The S&P 500 also saw gains, rising 0.26% to close at 6,944.48, while the Nasdaq Composite increased by 0.25%, ending the day at 23,530.02. These positive movements reflect a broader upward trend in U.S. stock markets.