Stocks, bonds rise as inflation eases Fed pressure

Stocks, bonds rise as inflation eases Fed pressure

Stocks and bond prices rose Thursday, with the S&P 500 hitting a fresh high, as investors welcomed benign U.S. inflation data that reduces pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise rates. Meanwhile, Britain's economy unexpectedly grew in June, boosted by the World Cup and hot weather, positioning it for the strongest G7 growth in the first half.

Source: Reuters

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