US Stocks Reach Record Highs Amid Easing US-Iran Tensions

US stocks surged to record highs as tensions between the US and Iran eased, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow all posting significant gains. The market rally was driven by news that Iran has kept the Strait of Hormuz open, signaling a potential de-escalation in the region. The rally was also supported by positive developments in potential peace talks between the US and Iran.

By Rian Howlett and Ines Ferré Updated Fri, April 17, 2026 at 11:08 PM GMT+3 1 min read · Yahoo Finance · April 17, 2026, 20:08 UTC

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