Market Snapshot: S&P 500 edges to another record high as stocks kick off 3rd quarter with small gains

U.S. stocks moved slightly higher Thursday, with the S&P 500 index extending its drive into record territory, helped by supportive economic data including a decline in jobless claims and a continuing expansion in manufacturing activity.

U.S. stocks moved slightly higher Thursday, with the S&P 500 index extending its drive into record territory, helped by supportive economic data including a decline in jobless claims and a continuing expansion in manufacturing activity.