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This is what could help stocks break out Friday
A bump from Microsoft and earnings from General Electric, Honeywell and McDonald's could help decide whether or not stocks could take aim at finally breaking out of a tight trading band Friday. Microsoft roared past tech bubble levels to all-time highs in extended-hours trade, after it reported better-than-expected earnings Thursday, and the stock could have an influence on Friday's market. Microsoft is the third largest S&P 500 member by market cap and could help set the tone for the tech sector, which has many earnings reports next week. Scott Redler, partner with T3Live.com, said he is watching to see if the S&P ... (full story)