US Stocks Surge Amid Historic Trading Week Gains

U.S. stocks experienced significant volatility this week, with major indices posting substantial gains amid rising Treasury bond yields and investor sentiment influenced by media headlines. The S&P 500 climbed 5.7% to close at 5,363, while the Dow Jones increased by 4.95% to 40,212, and the Nasdaq surged 7.29% to 16,724. Gold producers led the charge, benefiting from an increase in gold prices, with Newmont Corporation and Gold Fields seeing gains of over 24%. However, concerns about the implications of rising bond yields, which reached a high of 4.58% for the 10-year Treasury, indicated potential stress in the financial system and raised fears about the economic impact of President Trump's trade policies. Despite these worries, the stock market ended the week on a positive note, reflecting a recovery from previous sell-offs. Federal Reserve officials expressed readiness to address any market disruptions that may arise as volatility continues.