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US Stocks Edge Higher on Tech Earnings despite Weak Jobs Report; Gold Surges

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  • US equity futures and ETFs rose pre-bell Friday, led by strong tech earnings and AI-related gains.
  • However, the July employment report showed a significant payrolls miss with downward revisions.
  • Gold and silver rallied sharply, while WTI crude oil declined.
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