Core Points - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices reached new all-time highs driven by strong retail data and a decrease in initial jobless claims [1][4] - The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 0.52% to 44,484.49 points, while the Nasdaq increased by 0.75% to 20,885.65 points, and the S&P 500 gained 0.54% to 6,297.36 points [2] Economic Data - In June, U.S. retail sales increased by 0.6%, surpassing market expectations of 0.1%, reversing a 0.9% decline in May [4] - Core retail sales, excluding automobiles, gasoline, building materials, and food services, rose by 0.5%, up from a downwardly revised 0.2% in May, indicating a moderate slowdown in consumer spending [4] - Among 13 major retail categories, 10 experienced growth, with auto sales rebounding after two months of decline [4] - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for June rose by 0.3% month-over-month and 2.7% year-over-year, aligning with market expectations [5] - Initial jobless claims fell for the fifth consecutive week to 221,000, the lowest level since mid-April, indicating resilience in the labor market [5] Cryptocurrency Legislation - The U.S. House of Representatives passed three significant cryptocurrency bills, including the "Genius Act," aimed at major regulatory reforms for cryptocurrencies [7] - The "Clarity Act," which establishes a broader regulatory framework for digital assets, was also passed and will be reviewed by the Senate [8] - President Trump is preparing to open alternative investments, including cryptocurrencies, to the $9 trillion U.S. retirement market, which could fundamentally change savings management for Americans [8] Oil Market - International oil prices rose due to positive U.S. economic data and ongoing geopolitical risks in the Middle East [10] - Light crude oil futures for August delivery increased by $1.16 to $67.54 per barrel, a rise of 1.75% [10] - Brent crude oil futures for September delivery rose by $1 to $69.52 per barrel, a gain of 1.46% [10]
美股,再创新高!中概股大涨
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