U.S. equities pulled back from record highs as long-term Treasury yields surged, with the 30-year yield reaching its highest level in nearly two decades amid concerns over federal debt and inflation.

U.S. markets were mixed for the week, with the S&P 500 reaching a new record as softer consumer and producer inflation data reduced expectations for a September Federal Reserve rate hike.

U.S. stocks posted their strongest week since April, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite reaching record highs as a weaker-than-expected July jobs report reduced expectations for another near-term Federal Reserve rate hike.

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Equity markets rebounded after two consecutive weeks of declines as strong earnings from several mega-cap technology companies helped restore investor confidence despite continued concerns over artificial intelligence spending.

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U.S. equity markets posted a second consecutive weekly decline as weakness in large-cap technology stocks overshadowed an otherwise strong start to second-quarter earnings season.

U.S. equities pulled back during the week as a sharp decline in semiconductor stocks ended a three-week market rally and weighed on broader technology shares.

Geopolitical developments involving Iran remained in focus, contributing to volatility in energy markets and interest rate expectations.

Softer-than-expected employment data reduced expectations for a near-term Federal Reserve rate hike, while easing energy prices contributed to a more constructive inflation outlook.

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Markets finished the week mixed as investors rotated out of technology stocks while small-cap and value-oriented shares showed relative strength.

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The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged but adopted a more hawkish outlook, with policymakers shifting expectations toward the possibility of higher rates later in the year.

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Equity markets declined during the week as stronger-than-expected employment data led investors to reassess interest rate expectations and pushed Treasury yields higher.

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