The S&P 500 reached a new record high, with investors buoyed by signs of easing global trade tensions. The broad-based index rose 32 points, or 0.5%, to close at 6,173, surpassing its previous all-time high in February of 6,144. The S&P 500 has jumped roughly 24% since dropping sharply in the days after President Trump announced his "Liberation Day" tariffs on April 2. The Nasdaq Composite gained 105 points, or 0.5%, and set its own all-time high.
Main Idea: The S&P 500 hit a record high as investors reacted to easing trade tensions and hopes that President Donald Trump’s tariff fight may cool off.
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Higher inflation and still-unclear tariff plans could keep prices and business costs unstable for households and small firms.
Rising stocks can lift retirement accounts and signal hope for steadier trade and lower borrowing costs if the White House eases tariffs.
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