Wall Street Rallies as Democrats Win Congress

Wall Street closed sharply higher after Democrats won control of Congress, reducing political uncertainty and boosting investor risk appetite. Meanwhile, data center shares fell on expectations of tighter artificial intelligence regulations and slower infrastructure expansion.

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Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, US, November 4, 2026. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon

Wall Street closed sharply higher on Wednesday after Democrats swept control of Congress in the United States, driving the Dow Jones Industrial Average up 1,569.40 points, or 3%. The legislative sweep eased political uncertainty and spurred a rally across major equities. Investors weighed the political shift against a sharp drop in data center stocks over fears of tighter AI regulation.