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U.S. Stock Markets Surge as Amazon Leads Gains Ahead of Election

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U.S. Stock Markets Rally on Amazon's Earnings

On Friday, U.S. stock indexes experienced a notable uptick, driven primarily by Amazon.com, which saw a 6.2% increase in shares following robust earnings that exceeded expectations. The positive momentum from Amazon helped mitigate losses in other tech stocks, notably Apple, which declined by 1.2% due to a conservative growth outlook.

Treasury Yields Rise Amid Economic Concerns

As stock markets rallied, 10-year Treasury yields reached a four-month high of 4.361%, up 7.7 basis points. This rise comes after a disappointing U.S. jobs report revealed minimal job growth in October, affected by industrial strikes and hurricanes. However, the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1%, suggesting stability in the labor market.

Political Uncertainty Influences Investor Sentiment

With only four days until the U.S. presidential election, polls indicate a tight race between Republican Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris. Strategists warn of a deteriorating fiscal trajectory regardless of the election outcome.

Global Market Trends

In global markets, MSCI's index rose by 0.34% as European stocks marked their largest single-day gain in five weeks, with the STOXX 600 climbing 1.09%. The dollar strengthened against the euro, trading at $1.084, while Bitcoin saw a slight increase of 0.57% to $69,531.

Conclusion

In summary, U.S. stock markets benefited from Amazon's strong performance, while Treasury yields climbed amid mixed economic signals. The upcoming election remains a critical focus for investors as they navigate these market fluctuations.

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