The U.S. stock market opened Friday, October 3, 2025, with a strong upward trajectory, extending its recent winning streak and pushing major indexes to fresh record highs. Despite the ongoing federal government shutdown, now in its third day, investor sentiment remains largely optimistic, fueled by robust corporate performance and the relentless enthusiasm surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) advancements. This resilience highlights a market determined to look past immediate political headwinds, focusin ...