Stocks had a strong week, with technology shares leading the way. The major averages all saw gains, with the S&P 500 rising 2.4%, the Nasdaq Composite jumping 3.87%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average managing a 1.35% gain. Tariff rates settled around 15%, adding volatility to financial markets. Some stocks, like Palantir Technologies, surged, while others, like Eli Lilly, suffered losses. Apple, once disliked, saw a 13.3% increase in shares due to new investments and tariff waivers. Technology sectors led the gains, with Apple among the top performers.

In a week full of strong market performances, technology stocks stood out with gains in Palantir, Arista Networks, Micron Technology, and Apple. Despite the positive week, only three sectors saw losses. The S&P 500 Index is up significantly since the introduction of tariff plans by President Trump. Earnings reports for the week ahead will include Cisco Systems, Applied Materials, Deere & Co., and Tapestry. Apple’s resurgence in the market was fueled by new investments and tariff waivers.

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