Stocks Climb to Record Highs as Trade Tensions Ease

Group 1 - Easing trade tensions and a likely rate cut from the Federal Reserve are contributing to a bullish stock market outlook, with major indices reaching new intraday records [1][2] - The Dow increased by 222 points (0.5%), the S&P 500 rose by 0.9%, and the Nasdaq Composite saw a rise of 1.4%, all breaking their previous intraday records [1] - The current market trend indicates a risk-on sentiment, as evidenced by the decline in gold and the 10-year Treasury note values [2] Group 2 - A framework for a trade deal between the U.S. and China has been agreed upon, which is expected to improve access to critical minerals for U.S. companies and potentially reduce sanctions on China [2] - This development is viewed positively by investors, suggesting a more favorable trading environment [2]