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Market Rallies Amid Eased Trade Tensions and AI Enthusiasm

The stock market experienced significant gains this past week, driven primarily by easing tensions between the U.S. and China and revived investor enthusiasm in artificial intelligence (AI). Major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq moved decisively above their 200-day moving averages, signaling strong bullish momentum and a shift towards growth stocks. Gains were particularly robust in technology and consumer discretionary sectors, fueled by high-performing companies such as Nvidia, Tesla, and Amazon. Despite these positive developments, concerns lingered: Moody’s downgraded the U.S. government's credit rating, retail sales growth slowed, and consumer confidence hit recent lows. Nevertheless, AI's resurgence—highlighted by substantial international deals involving Nvidia and other U.S. tech giants—continues to underpin market optimism, suggesting investors remain focused on growth opportunities despite broader macroeconomic uncertainties.