📈 Record Week for S&P 500: Tech Stocks Soar

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I hope you're all having a fantastic day. Let's dive right into the exciting world of stocks and technology!

Last week was a historic one for the S&P 500. The broad-market index closed at an all-time high on Friday, marking a significant milestone after more than two years. It rallied 1.2% on the day, with the Nasdaq Composite also ending at a two-year high, thanks to a 1.7% jump. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 395 points, or about 1.1%, contributing to the overall positive sentiment in the market.

One of the key factors driving this rally was the positive outlook for computer chips. Advanced Micro Devices, a top performer in the S&P 500 for the week, saw a nearly 19% rise in its stock price. Other tech giants like Applied Materials, Western Digital, Broadcom, Alphabet, Apple, and Microsoft also played a significant role in powering Friday's rally.

Financials also found their footing after struggling through mixed bank earnings outlooks. Insurer Travelers Cos. reported a big underwriting improvement, leading to a nearly 7% jump in its stock price. Regional banks and consumer lenders also rallied, with Ally Financial seeing a more than 10% jump and KeyCorp gaining 5.6%. Even Spirit Airlines, which faced setbacks earlier in the week due to a blocked acquisition, recovered by more than 17% on Friday after raising its earnings guidance.

Now, let's take a look at some interesting articles that caught my attention:

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  3. Trump and Biden Both Hate Pharma—Investors Shouldn’t: Both Donald Trump and President Biden have taken a hard line on drug prices. However, investors should focus on valuations, earnings trajectories, and macroeconomics rather than political noise when it comes to the pharmaceutical industry.

That's all for now, folks! Stay tuned for more exciting updates from the world of finance and technology.

Have a wonderful day!

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