On January 1, 1969, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was approximately 895. The index had experienced significant growth throughout the 1960s, reflecting a booming economy. However, it would soon face challenges in the following years, leading to increased volatility and changes in market sentiment.
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I don't think Dow Jones has an abbreviation, however, Dow Jones Industrial Average is DJI or DJIA. Global Dow Jones Industrial Average is INDEXDJX:.DJI.
Dow Jones Utility Average was created in 1929.
Dow Jones Transportation Average was created in 1884.
there are 13,000 compenies listed on Dow Jones.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 9,034.69 on January 2, 2009. It was above 9000 for the first time since November 2008. Source: CNNMoney.com Market Report 02-01-09