Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA)
Tracks 30 blue-chip US companies. Updated October 7, 2026.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) is trading at 51,190.93 on October 7, 2026, down 0.64% (-330.35 points). It sits 6.5% below its 52-week high of 54,744.33 and 13.6% above its 52-week low of 45,057.28, in the middle of its one-year range.
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About the Dow Jones Industrial Average
The Dow Jones Industrial Average tracks 30 large, well-established US companies. Unlike most indices it is price-weighted, so stocks with higher share prices have a bigger influence on its moves regardless of company size. It dates back to 1896 and is the oldest continuously published US stock index.
Top movers in the Dow Jones Industrial Average today
15 of 30 Dow stocks are higher on October 7, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Dow Jones Industrial Average at today?
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average is at 51,190.93 as of October 7, 2026, down 0.64% on the day. Data is delayed at least 15 minutes.
- How many stocks are in the Dow Jones Industrial Average?
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average tracks 30 blue-chip US companies; MetaCap's list currently shows 30 members.
- What is the Dow 52-week high and low?
- Over the past 52 weeks the Dow Jones Industrial Average has traded between 45,057.28 and 54,744.33.
- How can I invest in the Dow Jones Industrial Average?
- An index cannot be bought directly. Investors typically gain exposure through index funds or ETFs that track it, such as DIA. Compare expense ratios and tracking error before choosing one.
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Prices as of Oct 7, 3:28 PM EDT. Component data from MetaCap's Dow Jones 30 Stocks list; market caps as of the latest close (30 stocks). Market data is delayed at least 15 minutes and provided for informational purposes only. Not investment advice. Full disclaimer