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S&P 500 Extends Streak as Ceasefire Hopes Steady Markets

April 9, 2026

Stocks finished higher for a seventh straight session as investors looked past early weakness and focused on signs that the US-Iran ceasefire may hold, with additional support from news that Israel agreed to direct talks with Lebanon.

Ceasefire Relief Sparks Risk Rally as Oil Plunges

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April 8, 2026

Markets staged a broad relief rally after a surprise US-Iran ceasefire eased fears of a prolonged energy shock, driving a sharp drop in oil prices and reigniting risk appetite.

Markets Rebound Late as Ceasefire Hopes Offset War Fears

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April 7, 2026

Markets staged a late-session recovery after early losses as optimism around potential diplomatic progress in the Middle East eased risk sentiment.

Oil Surge and Geopolitical Tensions Drive Volatile but Resilient Markets

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April 6, 2026

Markets navigated a volatile session dominated by escalating geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, pushing oil prices higher and driving intraday swings in equities.