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Stock market today: Wall Street rises to records despite tariff talk

The article from the Mankato Free Press discusses the performance of Wall Street on a day when the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average set new record highs, despite ongoing concerns about potential new tariffs from the Biden administration. The market's positive movement was influenced by several factors including a report showing a slight increase in U.S. consumer confidence, although it was below expectations. Additionally, there was a notable rise in oil prices due to a significant drop in U.S. crude supplies, which positively impacted energy stocks. However, the market's gains were tempered by uncertainties regarding future economic policies, particularly the possibility of new tariffs on Chinese imports, which could reignite trade tensions. The article also mentions that while some sectors like technology and energy saw gains, others like utilities and real estate experienced declines, reflecting mixed market sentiments.

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