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S&P 500 Soars 8% Amid Tech Growth, Risks Loom
8/14/2025
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Story summary
- The S&P 500 has increased by 8% this year, approaching record highs driven by robust earnings and AI enthusiasm.
- Morgan Stanley cautions about risks from a cooling labor market, with job growth not meeting forecasts.
- Q2 earnings indicate strong tech growth, yet many firms underperform, raising doubts about economic strength.
- Ongoing trade tensions and rising tariffs contribute to persistent inflation and stagflation risks.
