U.S. stocks experienced gains for a second consecutive session as investors looked to capitalize on recent declines. Economic reports revealed sluggish retail sales and a significant drop in New York State factory activity. The Federal Reserve is expected to keep rates unchanged. Quantum computing stocks surged, while Tesla stumbled. Volume on U.S. exchanges was 13.86 billion shares. U.S. stocks experienced gains for a second consecutive session as investors looked to capitalize on recent declines. Economic reports revealed sluggish retail sales and a significant drop in New York State factory activity. The Federal Reserve is expected to keep rates unchanged. Quantum computing stocks surged, while Tesla stumbled. Volume on U.S. exchanges was 13.86 billion shares. Economic Times
