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Microsoft’s best day since 2008 leads US stocks, while inflation worries remain in the bond market
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· July 30, 2026
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Key points This development helped the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average recover from previous losses. The Nasdaq composite also rallied, gaining 2.
A significant rebound was seen on Wall Street Thursday, led by Microsoft's stock. The company's investment in artificial intelligence appears to be yielding profits, causing its stock to surge. This development helped the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average recover from previous losses.
The Nasdaq composite also rallied, gaining 2.8% after a significant drop the day before. Microsoft's stock had its best day in nearly 18 years, with a 15.5% increase.
Further details on the market's performance and the implications of Microsoft's gains are available from the Odessa American's source.
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Category: business Published: July 30, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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