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US equities hold near highs as investors assess rate outlook
US markets remained near record levels as investors balanced strong earnings against uncertainty over future interest rate cuts.
US equity markets traded near record levels as investors weighed economic data against expectations for future interest rate cuts. The S&P 500 showed modest gains, supported by technology stocks and resilient corporate earnings. Market participants remain sensitive to inflation readings and Federal Reserve commentary, which continue to shape expectations for monetary policy normalization.