SPY is trading 1.39% higher at $733.83 as cooling labor market signals and geopolitical relief drive broader market gains.

  • The JOLTS report showed job openings fell to 6.9 million, reinforcing investor expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut.
  • De-escalation between the U.S. and Iran eased Middle East tensions, leading to a drop in oil prices and providing support for equities.
  • The technology sector led the rally, highlighted by AMD surging 18% on the back of strong AI chip earnings and sector-wide momentum.