Stocks surged, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting record highs. The dollar strengthened, and platinum reached an 11-year peak. Treasuries held steady. On Thursday, U.S. financial assets bounced back from a recent dip, with the S&P 500 closing up 0.5% for its 9th record close of the year.

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