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U.S.-U. Trade Deal Lifts Markets as Axon and EPAM Lead Earnings-Driven Gains

Major indices rise following President Trump’s trade announcement, with sector and stock-specific moves reflecting earnings and policy impacts.

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Overview

  • The S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Russell 2000 gained 0.6%, 1%, and 1.9%, respectively, after the announcement of a new U.S.-U.K. trade agreement.
  • Axon Enterprise shares surged 14.1% on strong quarterly earnings and an increased outlook, driven by demand for its AI policing tools.
  • EPAM Systems posted better-than-expected results, raised its full-year guidance, and announced a new CEO, boosting its stock by 12.9%.
  • Match Group shares fell nearly 10% after reporting a decline in paying users and announcing a 13% workforce reduction.
  • Pharmaceutical stocks, including Eli Lilly, declined on reports of potential Medicare drug price cuts under consideration by the Trump administration.