Wall Street indices close higher Friday despite bond yield volatility

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US stock markets closed higher on Friday, providing a rebound after a volatile week characterized by rising Treasury yields and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The Dow Jones Industrial Average led the gains, rising 0.98% to 53,276.81 points. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both advanced 0.43% and 0.44%, respectively.

Despite the Friday rally, the week ended in the red for major indices as investors reacted to fluctuating bond yields and concerns over US debt. The 10-year Treasury yield climbed to 4.73%, while the 30-year yield reached levels near their highest since 2007. To address market pressure, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the administration might expand government bond buyback operations.

Economic data provided some support for equities, with a preliminary report from S&P Global showing US business activity growth at a 52-month high, driven largely by a strong services sector. In corporate news, Ross Stores saw a 4.4% increase in share price following better-than-expected quarterly earnings. However, the technology sector faced headwinds, with semiconductor stocks showing weakness ahead of upcoming earnings reports.

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Bank of Canada · Dow Jones Industrial Average · Nasdaq Composite · Ross Stores · S&P 500 · Scott Bessent

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[● 3 SOURCES] Ross Stores shares rose 4.4% following stronger-than-expected quarterly profit and revenue. www.atinitonews.com · www.theage.com.au · www.smh.com.au
[● 2 SOURCES] The Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.44% to close at 26,180.46 points. 360mozambique.com · limo.media
[● 3 SOURCES] The S&P 500 gained 0.43% to close at 7,674.30 points. 360mozambique.com · limo.media · trn.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.98% to close at 53,276.81 points on Friday. 360mozambique.com · limo.media · trn.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] The 10-year Treasury yield rose to 4.73% from 4.69% on Thursday. www.atinitonews.com · www.theage.com.au · www.smh.com.au
[● 4 SOURCES] Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated openness to further government bond purchases. 360mozambique.com · worldstockmarket.net · cryptobriefing.com · www.perthnow.com.au
[● 3 SOURCES] A preliminary report by S&P Global suggested US business activity reached a 52-month high. www.atinitonews.com · www.theage.com.au · www.smh.com.au
[○ 1 SOURCE] The VIX volatility index fell 5.50% to 15.13 points. trn.mk