<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed higher driven by gains in tech stocks and a new U.S.-Vietnam trade deal.</li><li>Tech stocks such as Apple, Nvidia, and Tesla contributed to the Nasdaq's strong performance.</li><li>The Senate passed a tax-and-spending bill which is now awaiting approval in the U.S. House of Representatives.</li><li>Investors are optimistic about trade progress under President Trump's administration, with a deal with Vietnam announced and a potential deal with India in the works.</li></ul>

S&P 500, Nasdaq close up on Vietnam trade deal; Apple, Tesla and other tech stocks rise

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