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U.S. stocks ended the week on a firmer footing as cooler-than-expected inflation data and solid corporate earnings helped steady investor sentiment following the prior week's selloff.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite all advanced after the latest Consumer Price Index report suggested price pressures continue to ease, reducing fears that the Federal Reserve would need to pursue additional rate hikes.

Investors interpreted the data as a sign that policymakers may be able to maintain a patient stance, reviving confidence across risk assets.

Corporate developments also supported the rally.