Stocks Surge as Weak Jobs Report Fuels Rate Cut Speculation

A disappointing April jobs report has heightened investor expectations for an early Federal Reserve rate cut, boosting stock markets significantly.

US stock indices, including the Dow and Nasdaq, rallied following a weaker-than-expected jobs report indicating potential for rate cuts.
Apple's announcement of a record $110 billion stock buyback plan drove its shares up by 6%, contributing to market optimism.
Investors are adjusting their strategies in anticipation of the Federal Reserve's next moves, with a rate cut now seen as likely before the November elections.
Corporate earnings reports remain a key focus, with major companies like Apple and Amazon revealing significant financial maneuvers and forecasts.
The ongoing uncertainty in labor market trends and economic indicators continues to shape Federal Reserve policies and investor sentiments.