US stocks rose slightly on Wednesday as investors cheered a nearing trade deal between the U.S. and China, though softer measures on payrolls and the service economy kept a lid on optimism. The Dow Jones climbed 39 points or +0.15% as Intel and Home Depot outperformed. The S&P 500 gained +0.21%, notching a five-day winning streak, as the materials and tech sectors led the way. The Nasdaq advanced +0.6%.