U.S. Stock Indices Reach New Highs, Driven by Jobs Report and Semiconductor Gains

Major U.S. stock indices, including the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100, closed at unprecedented levels on Friday. This market surge was primarily attributed to a robust employment report and sustained growth in the semiconductor sector. The Nasdaq's notable six-week rally, its strongest since 2009, reflects significant investor confidence in the current economic landscape.