https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/dow-futures-rise-more-than-300-points-after-monster-postelection-rally-live-updatesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/dow-futures-rise-more-than-300-points-after-monster-postelection-rally-live-updateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/dow-futures-rise-more-than-300-points-after-monster-postelection-rally-live-updates#u184863Sun, 08 Nov 2026 00:00:57 +0000Dow futures increased by more than 300 points following a postelection rally. This marks the best post-midterm election day for the Dow in 44 years as Democrats took control of Congress. The surge in futures is attributed to the midterm election results and its implications for the US economy and politics.Why it mattersThe midterm elections resulted in Democrats gaining control of Congress, leading to a significant impact on the stock market. The outcome has implications for President Donald Trump's policy agenda and the ongoing conflict with Iran. A divided government may influence the e