Stock market set to reach new records on Monday with easing trade tensions, expected rate cut from the Federal Reserve, and strong earnings. Dow up 222 points, S&P 500 up 0.9%, Nasdaq Composite up 1.4%, all breaking intraday records. Classic risk-on move as stocks rise while gold and 10-year Treasury note lose value. China and U.S. representatives agree on trade deal framework, awaiting approval from Trump and Xi Jinping. Deal suggests better access to critical minerals for U.S. companies and lower sanctions on China, boosting investor confidence.

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