U.S. stocks extended their record winning streak on Tuesday, with all three equity benchmarks ending at all-time highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 112.82 points to 20,737.83, a rise of 0.6%. The S&P 500 added 13.92 points, or 0.6%, to 2,365.12. The Nasdaq Composite Index climbed 27.37 points, or 0.5%, to 5,865.95. The day’s rally was broad, with all 11 of the S&P 500’s primary sectors ending up on the day, though defensive industries – including real estate, consumer staples, and utilities – provided the biggest boost, with all three rising at least 1%. With the day’s move, the Dow rose for an eighth straight session, while both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq posted their ninth advance of the past 10 sessions. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Home Depot Inc. were among the strongest gainers of the day, with both climbing in the wake of strong quarterly results. Wal-Mart popped 3% while Home Depot rose 1.3%.
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