Stock Market Today provides live updates on the market. Nasdaq (+0.59%) leads at 22,890.44, nearing 23K. S&P 500 (+0.24%) is at 6,725.69, both hitting intraday records. Russell 2000 (+0.24%) is at 2,442.54, and the Dow (+0.14%) is at 46,496.05. Gold is climbing towards $4K, with spot hitting $3,895.23.

Tesla (TSLA) surpasses expectations with 497,099 vehicle deliveries in Q3, best quarter ever. However, production falls short at 447,450 cars against an expected 450,313. Rivian (RIVN) delivers 13,201 vehicles, aiming for 41,500 to 43,500 for the year.

Government shutdown began, furloughing 750,000 employees. President Trump may announce mass layoffs. Stock futures show gains, Nasdaq (+0.39%) and Russell 2000 (+0.39%) up. S&P 500 (+0.17%) and Dow (-0.07%) less impressive. Late-day rally observed yesterday.

Initial & Continuing Jobless Claims delayed due to government shutdown. Challenger Job Cuts data reveals 54,064 layoffs in September, lower than expected 150,000. Factory Orders data also delayed.

Read more at Yahoo Finance: Stocks Set for More Gains Despite Economic Data Delays