The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) is closing out 2025 strong, sitting just 1.1% below its all-time high of 48,431.57, fueled by a 12.2% year-to-date gain. A majority of its members (22 out of 30) have seen positive returns.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Industrial powerhouse Caterpillar (CAT) is the index’s top performer, surging +63.1% YTD. Other major gainers include Goldman Sachs (GS) at +46.1% and Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) at +41.9%.
However, not all components are participating. Despite reporting upbeat earnings and guidance, Salesforce (CRM) remains the second-worst performer in the Dow this year at -28.6%. The largest drag on the index is UnitedHealth (UNH), down -32.8% YTD.
Investors looking for broad Dow exposure can utilize various exchange-traded funds, such as DIA and UDOW.
