From Barchart: 2025-05-04 07:00:00

1. The stock market rally continued last week as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite surpassed their 50-day moving averages.
2. Strong earnings reports from Microsoft and Meta Platforms helped boost market confidence.
3. Investors are keeping an eye on key economic indicators, including jobless claims and consumer spending data.
4. The Federal Reserve’s policy meeting will be closely watched for any hints on interest rate hikes.
5. Tech stocks are in focus as companies like Apple and Amazon report earnings, potentially influencing market direction.

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