Economy

S&P 500 Hits Record High Amid Cooling US Inflation

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THE BRIEF
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The S&P 500 index reached a new all-time high on August 13, 2026, driven by a surge in technology stocks following favorable US producer inflation data.

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The tame inflation report has reduced market expectations for aggressive Federal Reserve rate hikes, providing a boost to investor sentiment globally.

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Tech shares led the rally, with major indices showing significant gains as markets reacted to the cooling economic indicators in the United States.