Stocks Rally, Gold Surges and Global Signals Diverge: A Comprehensive Look at October 20 2025

A surge on Wall Street pushed major stock indexes close to record territory while tech giants grabbed headlines. Apple shares jumped on strong iPhone 17 demand, gold prices continued their record run amid talk of a “debasement trade,” and global markets diverged as India rallied and China posted slower growth. This article unpacks the key financial stories of October 20 2025 — including market performance, tech developments, commodity trends and macro‑economic signals — and explains what they mean for investors.