U.S. stocks rose sharply, led by chipmakers like Broadcom on AI-driven optimism and a strong earnings outlook. Microsoft fell after announcing job cuts, while investors remained cautious about Fed policy. Markets are now focused on upcoming earnings and Fed minutes for direction amid elevated rate uncertainty.

(Bloomberg) -- A rally in several technology powerhouses lifted stocks amid speculation that the artificial-intelligence trade that has powered the bull market has more room to…

U.S. stocks rose sharply, led by chipmakers like Broadcom on AI-driven optimism and a strong earnings outlook. Microsoft fell after announcing job cuts, while investors remained…