Mumbai, July 11 -- The Dow climbed 192.34 points (0.4%) to 44,650.64, the Nasdaq inched up 19.33 points (0.1%) to 20,630.66 and the S&P 500 rose 17.20 points (0.3%) to 6,280.46.

Despite lingering uncertainty over Donald Trump's trade policies, Wall Street closed higher. Trump announced a 50% tariff on copper starting August 1 via Truth Social, raising concerns. He also shared letters to multiple world leaders outlining further tariff plans. However, investors seem to be discounting his unpredictable announcements. Analysts suggest markets are now refocusing on economic data and corporate performance instead.

The Labor Department released a report showing first-time claims for U.S. unemployment benefits unexpectedly edged modestly lower ...