Why is the ASX 200 surging nearly 2% today?

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is enjoying one of its strongest sessions in months on Friday.

At the time of writing, the benchmark index is up 1.82% to 8,790 points after reaching an intraday high of 8,809 points.

That leaves the ASX 200 within 4.3% of its 52-week high and on…

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