Wall Street experienced its best day since 2022 as major indexes rallid following better-than-expected jobless claims data. This positive economic indicator helped alleviate some recession concerns, leading to significant gains across key sectors. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both posted strong performances, with tech stocks like Nvidia and Meta leading the charge. The market's upbeat response signals renewed investor confidence, despite recent volatility.
U.S. stocks soared to their strongest performance since 2022, fueled by a positive update on the job market. The S&P 500 surged 2.3%, continuing a volatile week for the markets, as investors found renewed confidence in the economic outlook.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 1.8%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq composite led the gains with a 2.9% increase. Treasury yields also rose in the bond market, signaling reduced concerns about the economy's trajectory after a report revealed a decline in unemployment benefit applications last week.
Eli Lilly was a standout performer, surging 9.5% after reporting better-than-expected profits for the spring. Big Tech stocks also made a strong comeback, contributing significantly to the overall market rally.