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S&P 500, Russell 2000 Soar To Record Highs, Silver Jumps To $80: What's Moving Markets Friday?

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S&P 500, Russell 2000 Soar To Record Highs, Silver Jumps To $80: What's Moving Markets Friday?

U.S. equity markets reached record highs on Friday as solid jobs data eased recession fears while maintaining Fed rate-cut expectations. The S&P 500 and Russell 2000 both climbed to all-time highs, with Vistra surging 13% after securing a major energy deal with Meta. Intel jumped 10% following positive comments from President Trump. Commodities extended gains with silver climbing 4% to $80/oz, while Bitcoin remained flat near $91,000.

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AVTR   negative

Accused of misrepresenting competitive positioning and experiencing significant financial losses


VST   positive

Stock surged 13% after securing a 20-year agreement with Meta to supply 2,600+ megawatts of zero-carbon nuclear energy, demonstrating strong business growth and strategic partnerships.