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The stock market saw a positive rally despite mixed economic signals. The S&P 500 gained 1.4%, driven by strong earnings reports from big banks and sectors like technology and transportation. This occurred despite mid-week inflation data, which raised questions about future Federal Reserve rate cuts. In response to inflation concerns, U.S. Treasury yields rose, reflecting investor caution about the economic outlook.