U.S. markets rallied on May 8 as investors celebrated the first major trade agreement since the tariff pause, this time with the U.K. From soaring energy stocks to a $10 billion Boeing boost, Wall Street rode a wave of optimism—fueled by easing trade tensions and whispers of AI chip policy changes. But is this rally built to last, or just a sugar high in the stormy sea of global trade?
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Daily Market Snapshot: April 17, 2025
Wall Street ended the session mixed, with optimism around U.S. trade negotiations lifting stocks like Eli Lilly and Apple, while UnitedHealth faced significant losses after lowering its profit forecast. Trade uncertainties continue to weigh on market sentiment, with investors focused on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate outlook and the impact of tariffs.
