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The U.S. stock market has been on an exhilarating ascent in 2025, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all achieving significant milestones, including multiple new all-time highs. This robust performance is largely fueled by a wave of investor optimism, buoyed by expectations of

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Shares of home energy technology company Enphase (NASDAQ:ENPH) jumped 10.8% in the afternoon session after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted that interest rate cuts could be coming soon. The broader market jumped after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted that policymakers could soon be cutting interest rates. Companies that benefit from lower borrowing costs, including solar power providers like Enphase, saw their shares advance as rate cuts can make financing solar installations more affordable for customers.

Shares of e-commerce florist and gift retailer 1-800-FLOWERS (NASDAQ:FLWS) jumped 3.2% in the morning session after the broader market rallied as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled potential interest rate cuts in the coming months. The broader market rallied in response to comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell at a high-profile symposium. Powell indicated the central bank might lower a key interest rate in the coming months, though he gave no specific timeline and suggested a cautious approach. Lower interest rates can stimulate the economy and boost consumer spending, which benefits retail companies like 1-800-FLOWERS. The S&P 500 index rose 1.4% following the remarks.

Shares of workforce housing company Target Hospitality (NASDAQ:TH) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated that interest rates could be cut. The positive sentiment swept through the markets following Powell's comments from the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium, an annual gathering of central bankers. His remarks sparked a significant surge, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumping about 900 points to an all-time high, and both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also posting strong gains. This widespread investor relief lifted stocks across various sectors.

Shares of hotel and casino entertainment company Caesars Entertainment (NASDAQ:CZR) jumped 6% in the afternoon session after the broader market surged on hopes for an earlier-than-expected interest rate cut. The rally was ignited by comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the Jackson Hole symposium, where he suggested a potential shift in monetary policy. With inflation risks moderating, Powell's dovish remarks hinted at possible interest rate cuts, easing market concerns about the impact of high rates on economic growth. This outlook spurred a broad market rally, particularly benefiting consumer-dependent sectors like travel and leisure.

Shares of hospitality and casino entertainment company MGM Resorts (NYSE:MGM) jumped 4.8% in the afternoon session after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted that interest rate cuts could be on the horizon. The positive sentiment spread across Wall Street, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average soaring over 900 points on hopes that the U.S. Federal Reserve may cut interest rates. The potential for lower rates often encourages consumer spending, which benefits travel and entertainment companies. This trend was seen across the sector, with peers like Caesars Entertainment also rising 6.3%, and travel companies such as Norwegian Cruise Line and Delta Air Lines experiencing significant gains as investors anticipated increased household spending on leisure activities.

Shares of restaurant company Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:CAKE) jumped 3.1% in the morning session after the stock moved higher amid a broad market rally driven by renewed hopes for lower interest rates. The positive sentiment swept through Wall Street as investors increased their bets that the Federal Reserve would cut its main interest rate in September. This optimism was reflected in the bond market, where Treasury yields fell. Lower interest rates are often seen as a positive for consumer-focused companies like restaurants, as they can encourage more consumer spending and reduce borrowing costs.

Shares of asset management company Affiliated Managers Group (NYSE:AMG) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after the head of the Federal Reserve hinted at potential interest rate cuts. The broader market surged, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average soaring over 900 points, after the head of the Federal Reserve hinted that interest rate cuts could be on the way. This positive sentiment lifted stocks across the board. For Affiliated Managers Group, the rally pushed its stock to a new 52-week high of $224.98. The move reflects strong investor confidence and builds on the stock's robust performance, which has seen an 18.1% gain year-to-date and a 29.41% increase over the past year.

Shares of consumer financial services company Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after a broad market rally fueled by comments from the Federal Reserve suggesting potential interest rate cuts. The broad market rally was sparked by comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who indicated that the central bank's 'shifting balance of risks' might justify a change in policy, which investors interpreted as a signal for potential interest rate cuts. This positive market sentiment pushed Synchrony's stock to a new all-time high of $73.80.

Shares of global investment bank Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) jumped 3.6% in the afternoon session after the broader market rallied as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled a potential interest rate cut. 

Intel stock rallied after President Trump reported said the chip company has agreed to give the U.S. a 10% stake in the chipmaker.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the major indices rebounded, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks at the much-awaited Jackson Hole symposium. Powell suggested that with inflation risks moderating and unemployment remaining low, the Federal Reserve might consider a shift in its monetary policy stance, including potential interest rate cuts. This outlook eased market concerns about prolonged high interest rates and their impact on economic growth. The prospect of lower borrowing costs bolstered investor confidence, particularly in sectors that have lagged, leading to a broad rally across the market.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the major indices rebounded, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks at the much-awaited Jackson Hole symposium. Powell suggested that with inflation risks moderating and unemployment remaining low, the Federal Reserve might consider a shift in its monetary policy stance, including potential interest rate cuts. This outlook eased market concerns about prolonged high interest rates and their impact on economic growth. The prospect of lower borrowing costs bolstered investor confidence, particularly in sectors that have lagged, leading to a broad rally across the market.

Shares of scientific instrument company Bruker (NASDAQ:BRKR). jumped 4.3% in the afternoon session after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated that interest rate cuts could be on the horizon. Powell's comments, made during a speech in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, were seen as a positive signal by investors who have been closely watching for clues on the central bank's monetary policy direction. The news spurred a significant surge across major U.S. indexes, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumping approximately 900 points to an all-time high, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also posted strong gains. Bruker's move appears to be in line with the overall market uplift, as no company-specific news was reported.

Shares of identity management company Okta (NASDAQ:OKTA) jumped 3.1% in the morning session on positive sentiment ahead of its upcoming second-quarter earnings report and a broader market rally. The identity management company is scheduled to release its fiscal second-quarter results on August 26. The stock's rise was further supported by a market-wide upswing after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's comments suggested potential interest rate cuts, which lifted investor sentiment across all sectors.

Shares of beverage company Zevia (NYSE:ZVIA) jumped 3.6% in the after-market session after the stock rose amid a broader market rally as the head of the Federal Reserve hinted at potential interest rate cuts. The broader market surged on Friday after the head of the Federal Reserve indicated that interest rate cuts could be on the horizon. This signal boosted investor sentiment, leading to a significant rally across major indices, including the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500. Lower interest rates generally stimulate economic activity and can make stocks more attractive to investors.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the major indices rebounded, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks at the much-awaited Jackson Hole symposium. Powell suggested that with inflation risks moderating and unemployment remaining low, the Federal Reserve might consider a shift in its monetary policy stance, including potential interest rate cuts. This outlook eased market concerns about prolonged high interest rates and their impact on economic growth. The prospect of lower borrowing costs bolstered investor confidence, particularly in sectors that have lagged, leading to a broad rally across the market.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the major indices rebounded, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks at the much-awaited Jackson Hole symposium. 

Shares of semiconductor designer Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ:LSCC) jumped 5.1% in the afternoon session after the chip sector rallied on hopes for a potential interest rate cut in September. 

Shares of semiconductor maker Himax Technologies (NASDAQ:HIMX) jumped 5.5% in the afternoon session after the stock joined a broad rally among semiconductor companies following remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell that sparked hopes for interest rate cuts. The positive sentiment spread across the chip sector after Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole symposium. Further momentum came from the Chinese stock market, where the semiconductor sector was among the leading gainers, with some indices hitting multi-year highs. This market-driven upswing marks a reversal for Himax, which saw its stock drop in pre-market trading the previous day after reporting mixed Q2 2025 earnings results. The current rally appears to be driven by these broader macroeconomic tailwinds rather than recent company-specific performance.

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Advanced Micro Devices shares are trading higher Friday. Stocks across sectors are rising after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled a dovish pivot at the Jackson Hole Symposium.