On this October 28th, 2025 episode of The Gentle Ledger, the markets continued their quiet climb into record territory. The Dow closed at 47,706, the S&P 500 at 6,891, and the Nasdaq at 23,827, lifted by strong corporate earnings and resilient investor sentiment. Nvidia gained on news of a major government AI contract, while PayPal and UPS also rallied after upbeat reports. Overseas, markets in Asia and Europe followed the positive lead, while gold softened slightly and oil steadied near the $65 mark. Bitcoin held around $114,500, reflecting a market taking a gentle pause amid optimism. Tonight’s episode invites listeners to unwind through the soft hum of steady growth and quiet confidence—a reminder that progress can move at the pace of a whisper.