Stocks Lose Early Gains as Crude Prices Rise Due to Iran Negotiation Concerns

Stocks reversed early gains as crude oil prices surged over 2% amid concerns about Iran's participation in peace talks before a ceasefire deadline. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones fell slightly, while the Nasdaq 100 edged up. Market speculation about the outcome of the negotiations and potential ceasefire extensions influenced investor sentiment.

By Rich Asplund Tue, April 21, 2026 at 6:26 PM GMT+3 8 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

Stocks Lose Early Gains as Crude Prices Rise Due to Iran Negotiation Concerns

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