U.S. stocks rose, propelling the Dow Jones Industrial Average to 18000 for the first time since July. The blue-chip index has gained nearly 15% since mid-February, as early-year fears about the U.S. economy faded, oil prices rebounded and the Federal Reserve signalled a cautious approach to raising rates. With Monday's advance, the Dow is up 3.3% for the year. Even as stocks have posted strong gains, the rally has slowed. Global growth remains sluggish, energy prices remain near depressed levels and company earnings aren't particularly encouraging.
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