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Tech Earnings Lift Stocks as Jobs Surprise Impacts Bonds

Traders work on the floor of the NYSE in New York

Tech giants such as Apple, Amazon, Facebook, and Google have reported better-than-expected earnings for the first quarter of 2021. This has reassured investors that the tech sector continues to thrive despite the ongoing challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apple, the world's most valuable company, reported a staggering $89.6 billion in quarterly revenue, driven by strong iPhone sales and increased demand for its other products and services. Similarly, Amazon, the e-commerce giant, recorded a 44% increase in net sales, totaling $108.5 billion in the first quarter, benefiting from the surge in online shopping.

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