"Market Hits New High on Rate Cut Optimism and Tech Surge"
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The S&P 500 closed at a new all-time high on Friday, driven by strong economic data and optimism for potential rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment gauge reached its highest level since 2021, contributing to the market rally. The Dow and Nasdaq also surged, with the tech sector leading the way. Americans' improved outlook on the economy and cooling inflation expectations have fueled expectations for monetary policy easing.
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