Bullish for the S&P 500
Iran Ceasefire Fuels Stock Rally
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Updated 14 October 2026
The bullish argument: Hopes of a resolution to the US-Israeli war on Iran are driving a rebound in Wall Street stocks.
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Barchart · Published 12 Jun 2026
Stocks Rally on Hopes for a Near-term US-Iran Interim Peace Agreement
In coverage record: 13 Jun 2026
“Stocks on Friday extended Thursday’s rally on hopes that the US and Iran will sign an interim peace agreement within the next several days, ending the military hostilities, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and ending the US blockade on Iran and its oil exports.”
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Barchart · Published 12 Jun 2026
Stocks See Support from Hopes for a Near-term US-Iran Peace Agreement
In coverage record: 13 Jun 2026
“Stocks are seeing support again today as reports circulate that an interim US-Iran peace agreement could be signed as early as this weekend.”
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Benzinga · Published 12 Jun 2026
Stock Market: Will S&P 500 Open Up Or Down Today?
In coverage record: 13 Jun 2026
“The S&P 500 surged on Thursday as easing concerns over the U.S.-Iran war and a rebound in semiconductor stocks sparked a broad market rally.”
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Published 11 Jun 2026
US stocks jump, and oil prices ease on hopes for a deal to get crude flowing globally again
In coverage record: 12 Jun 2026
“U.S. stocks rallied to their best day in two months, and oil prices fell after President Donald Trump called off his threat to bomb Iran in the evening. That raised hopes Thursday for a potential deal to get the global flow of oil going again.”
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The Straits Times · Published 11 Jun 2026
Wall Street indexes jump; Trump says strikes against Iran cancelled
In coverage record: 12 Jun 2026
“Wall Street’s major indexes ended sharply higher on June 11, with stocks extending gains after US President Donald Trump said he had cancelled planned strikes against Iran.”
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Barchart · Published 1 Jun 2026
Stocks Close Higher on Hopes for Continued US-Iran Ceasefire Negotiations
In coverage record: 2 Jun 2026
“Stocks Close Higher on Hopes for Continued US-Iran Ceasefire Negotiations.”
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Devdiscourse · Published 29 May 2026
Market Optimism Rises Amid Hopes for U.S.-Iran Peace Progress
In coverage record: 30 May 2026
“The S&P 500 surged, reflecting growing confidence among investors that a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict could soon be realized.”
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Barchart · Published 28 May 2026
Stocks Rebound Amid News of a US-Iran Deal
In coverage record: 29 May 2026
“Stocks rebounded after Axios reported that the US and Iran reached a deal to extend the ceasefire for sixty days and for negotiations to start on Iran's nuclear program.”
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Barchart · Published 28 May 2026
S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Post Record Highs on US-Iran Truce Reports
In coverage record: 29 May 2026
“Stocks rebounded after Axios reported that the US and Iran reached a deal to extend the ceasefire for sixty days and for negotiations to start on Iran's nuclear program.”
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Barchart · Published 26 May 2026
Stocks Finish Mostly Higher on Iran Peace Progress
In coverage record: 27 May 2026
“Stocks found support as a drop in crude oil prices and bond yields fueled a rally in technology stocks after officials signaled the US was nearing a deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restore oil flows.”
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Business Insider · Published 26 May 2026
Stock Market Today: Bond Yields Tumble on US-Iran Peace Deal Hopes
In coverage record: 27 May 2026
“US stocks ticked higher, continuing their record-setting rally. The Nasdaq 100 rose 1%, driven higher by a fresh rally in memory stocks. The S&P 500 extended gains after it capped off its longest weekly winning streak since 2023 last Friday.”
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Barchart · Published 22 May 2026
Stocks Climb on US-Iran Peace Hopes and Strength in Chipmakers
In coverage record: 23 May 2026
“Stocks are supported by hopes that the US and Iran are moving closer to a peace deal.”
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Barchart · Published 22 May 2026
Stocks Supported by US-Iran Peace Deal Optimism
In coverage record: 23 May 2026
“Stocks are supported by hopes that the US and Iran are moving closer to a peace deal.”
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The Economic Times · Published 8 May 2026
Nasdaq Live: US stocks future climb on chip rebound ahead of key payrolls data - The Economic Times
In coverage record: 8 May 2026
“U.S. stock index futures climbed on Friday, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 hovering near record highs as a rebound in semiconductor shares helped offset concerns over renewed U.S.-Iran tensions.”
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Barchart · Published 22 Apr 2026
Stocks Advance as US Extends Iran Ceasefire
In coverage record: 22 Apr 2026
“Stocks found support today as President Trump, after the markets closed on Tuesday, indefinitely extended his ceasefire with Iran.”
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The Economic Times · Published 18 Apr 2026
Wall Street Week Ahead: Surging record-high US stocks to wade deeper into earnings season
In coverage record: 18 Apr 2026
“Hopes for a cooling of U.S.-Iran tensions have led to a sharp rally this month, culminating with major U.S. stock indexes minting fresh records in recent days.”
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Published 17 Apr 2026
Oil tumbles 10% and the Dow soars more than 1,000 points after Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz
In coverage record: 17 Apr 2026
“Stocks have rallied 12% since late March on hopes that the United States and Iran can avoid a worst-case scenario for the global economy.”
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Barchart · Published 17 Apr 2026
Stocks Rally as Iran Announces Strait of Hormuz is “Completely Open”
In coverage record: 17 Apr 2026
“Stocks are rallying today on mounting speculation that a deal to end the US-Iran war is near, sparking risk-on sentiment in asset markets.”
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Barchart · Published 17 Apr 2026
S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Soar to Record Highs as Middle East Tensions Ease
In coverage record: 17 Apr 2026
“Stocks are rallying today on mounting speculation that a deal to end the US-Iran war is near, sparking risk-on sentiment in asset markets.”
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Barchart · Published 16 Apr 2026
Stocks Pressured by Weakness in Chipmakers
In coverage record: 16 Apr 2026
“Hopes for peace in the Middle East are supporting stocks. The US and Iran are considering extending their ceasefire.”
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Barchart · Published 16 Apr 2026
Stocks Edge Higher as Chipmakers Rebound
In coverage record: 16 Apr 2026
“Hopes for peace in the Middle East are supporting stocks. The US and Iran are considering extending their ceasefire, which ends this coming Tuesday, by another two weeks to allow more time to negotiate a peace agreement.”
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CNBC · Published 16 Apr 2026
Why the stock market is hitting records despite Iran war
In coverage record: 16 Apr 2026
“The market has remained very resilient in the face of the war and has rallied strongly on the prospect that it will be resolved.”
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The Straits Times · Published 14 Apr 2026
Wall Street rallies on renewed hopes for US-Iran talks, earnings boost
In coverage record: 14 Apr 2026
“The Nasdaq climbed 2 per cent while the S&P 500 finished up 1 per cent and near its record closing high on increasing optimism about the prospects for a Middle East resolution.”
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Published 13 Apr 2026
Oil prices gives back much of their morning jump as US stocks climb on a still hopeful Wall Street
In coverage record: 13 Apr 2026
“Hope remains on Wall Street that both sides in the U.S.-Iran war can still avoid a worst-case scenario for the global economy, and U.S. stocks climbed on Monday.”
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Barchart · Published 10 Apr 2026
Stocks Climb on CPI and US-Iran Peace Hopes
In coverage record: 10 Apr 2026
“Also, hopes that this weekend’s negotiations between the US and Iran will lead to a diplomatic solution to the war are supporting stocks.”
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Barchart · Published 6 Apr 2026
Stocks Rise Amid Iran Ceasefire Hopes
In coverage record: 6 Apr 2026
“Hopes for a potential ceasefire in the war in Iran are lifting stock prices today.”
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NDTV Profit · Published 2 Apr 2026
Wall Street Highlights: S&P 500, Nasdaq End Higher On Hopes Of End To Iran War
In coverage record: 2 Apr 2026
“The rebound in US equities continued on Wednesday as traders grew optimistic about US military operations in Iran ending soon.”
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The Economic Times · Published 2 Apr 2026
U.S. Stock Market: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq to be driven by these factors on Thursday. Details here
In coverage record: 2 Apr 2026
“U.S. Stock Market investors on Thursday would hope that major Wall Street indexes -- S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq -- will make gains as all eyes are on a high-stakes televised address from U.S. President Donald Trump that is expected to shed light on a possible ceasefire in the Gulf war.”
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Barchart · Published 1 Apr 2026
Stocks Rally on Optimism that the War in Iran is Near a Conclusion
In coverage record: 1 Apr 2026
“Stock indexes are extending Tuesday’s sharp rally today, with the Dow Jones Industrials posting a 2-week high on mounting optimism that the war in the Middle East is nearing a conclusion.”
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The Economic Times · Published 1 Apr 2026
Why is the US stock market today surging? Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq jump on Trump Iran ceasefire hopes and strong data - Amazon, Tesla lead tech gainers
In coverage record: 1 Apr 2026
“Markets reacted quickly after President Donald Trump signaled that Iran’s leadership is seeking a ceasefire.”
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Published 1 Apr 2026
Stocks rally worldwide as oil prices ease on hopes for a possible end to the Iran war
In coverage record: 1 Apr 2026
“Stocks are rushing higher worldwide, and oil prices are easing Wednesday as hopes build that the war with Iran could end soon.”
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Benzinga · Published 1 Apr 2026
NKE, BYND, COIN, RH, TSLA: 5 Trending Stocks Today
In coverage record: 1 Apr 2026
“This recovery comes amid reports of a potential de-escalation between the U.S. and Iran, which boosted investor sentiment.”
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Altoona Mirror · Published 1 Apr 2026
Ticker: The Dow surges more than 1,100 points
In coverage record: 1 Apr 2026
“U.S. stocks surged to their best day since last spring as doubt swung back to hope on Wall Street about a possible end to the war with Iran.”
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The Straits Times · Published 1 Apr 2026
Wall Street ends higher on speculation about end to Iran war
In coverage record: 1 Apr 2026
“Wall Street has rallied for two straight days as investors speculated that the US and Israeli war on Iran will end soon.”
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Barchart · Published 1 Apr 2026
Stocks Settle Higher on Hopes for Conclusion to Iran War
In coverage record: 1 Apr 2026
“Stock indexes extended Tuesday’s sharp rally on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones Industrials posting a 2-week high on mounting optimism that the war in the Middle East is nearing a conclusion.”
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Investing.com · Published 1 Apr 2026
Substantial Recovery as Stocks Move Back in the Green on Iran Ceasefire Hopes
In coverage record: 1 Apr 2026
“The market reflects the strong demand for stocks on the prospects of an end to the oil price shock.”
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Barchart · Published 31 Mar 2026
Stocks Climb on Hopes for an End to Iran War
In coverage record: 31 Mar 2026
“Stock indexes are moving sharply higher today after the Wall Street Journal reported that President Trump had signaled he was willing to end the US military campaign against Iran.”
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The Boston Globe · Published 31 Mar 2026
Oil prices hold above $100 and Wall Street rebounds as US exchanges strikes with Iran
In coverage record: 31 Mar 2026
“Wall Street rebounded in premarket trading Tuesday and oil prices held above $100 as the US and Iran exchanged military strikes.”
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Business Insider · Published 31 Mar 2026
Stock Market Today: Relief Rally in Sight As Stocks Look 'Severely Oversold'
In coverage record: 31 Mar 2026
“De-escalation in the form of an agreement for US and Iranian official to meet will spark a rally and a ceasefire will trigger both a squeeze and re-risking.”
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NDTV Profit · Published 31 Mar 2026
US Stock Market Today: Wall Street Extends Gains On Iran War De-Escalation Hopes
In coverage record: 31 Mar 2026
“S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow Jones Industrial Average opened higher on Monday extending gains for the second day amid hopes of de-escalation reports.”
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WTOP · Published 31 Mar 2026
The Dow surges more than 1,100 points as Wall Street soars to its best day since last spring
In coverage record: 31 Mar 2026
“The rebound came as financial markets seized on a couple tenuous signals for hope about a possible end to the war.”
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Markets Insider · Published 31 Mar 2026
Stock Market Today: Relief Rally in Sight As Stocks Look 'Severely Oversold'
In coverage record: 31 Mar 2026
“"De-escalation in the form of an agreement for US and Iranian official to meet will spark a rally and a ceasefire will trigger both a squeeze and re-risking," they later added.”
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Barchart · Published 31 Mar 2026
Stocks Surge on Signs the US and Iran Seek to End War
In coverage record: 31 Mar 2026
“Stock indexes rallied sharply on Tuesday in hopes that an end to the Iran war is near.”
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CNBC TV18 · Published 31 Mar 2026
Wall Street posts best day since May 2025, Dow rallies 1,100 points on hopes of Iran war ending soon
In coverage record: 31 Mar 2026
“Benchmark indices on Wall Street saw a sharp rebound on Tuesday, March 31, to cap off a forgettable month on hopes of the war in West Asia ending soon.”
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St. Paul Pioneer Press · Published 31 Mar 2026
Dow surges as many as 1,000 points as Wall Street recovers some losses
In coverage record: 31 Mar 2026
“U.S. stocks surged to their best day since last spring, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average soared 1,125 points on Tuesday as doubt swung back to hope on Wall Street about a possible end to the war with Iran.”
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The Economic Times · Published 27 Mar 2026
US Stock Market: An 800-year-old math principle to spot bottom of S&P 500's rout
In coverage record: 27 Mar 2026
“A resolution to the war in Iran and an end to the ensuing spike in energy prices would be one obvious catalyst to help the market rebound.”
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CNBC · Published 26 Mar 2026
Where the S&P 500 may go, depending on the course of the war
In coverage record: 26 Mar 2026
“If the war can come to a 'rapid resolution,' Kapteyn said the S & P 500 could soon bottom and eventually rebound toward 7,150 into the end of the year.”
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Investing.com · Published 26 Mar 2026
Comfortable Markets Wait Out Iran as US Leads Global Performance
In coverage record: 26 Mar 2026
“Investors are hesitant to underweight for the big rebound likely to come when Iran is deemed resolved.”
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Barchart · Published 25 Mar 2026
Stock Index Futures Jump as Hopes for End to Middle East Conflict Boost Sentiment
In coverage record: 25 Mar 2026
“June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.80%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +1.01% this morning as oil prices slumped after the Trump administration intensified efforts to end the Middle East conflict.”
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Published 25 Mar 2026
Stocks rise and oil prices ease as Wall Street keeps yo-yoing because of the war with Iran
In coverage record: 25 Mar 2026
“Hopes for a possible end to the war with Iran pushed stocks higher on Wall Street Wednesday.”
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Published 25 Mar 2026
Stocks rise and oil prices ease as Wall Street keeps yo-yoing because of the war with Iran
In coverage record: 25 Mar 2026
“Hopes for a possible end to the war with Iran pushed stocks higher on Wall Street Wednesday.”
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NDTV Profit · Published 25 Mar 2026
US Stock Market Today: S&P, Nasdaq Jump 1% On White House's Iran Peace Plan, Dow Up 500 Points
In coverage record: 25 Mar 2026
“The main US stock market indices rebounded on Wednesday after closing in the red in the previous session as America's ceasefire plan for Iran war eased crude oil prices.”
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Altoona Mirror · Published 25 Mar 2026
Stocks rise, oil eases as Wall Street keeps yo-yoing due to war
In coverage record: 25 Mar 2026
“Hopes for a possible end to the war with Iran pushed stocks higher on Wall Street Wednesday.”
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Barchart · Published 24 Mar 2026
Stocks Settle Lower as Iran War Boosts Crude Oil and Bond Yields
In coverage record: 24 Mar 2026
“However, stocks bounced from their lows on Tuesday afternoon after Axios reported that the US and a group of regional mediators are discussing the possibility of holding high-level peace talks with Iran as soon as Thursday, pending a response from Iran.”
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Barchart · Published 23 Mar 2026
Stocks Rebound as Crude Oil Sinks After President Trump Eases Iran Threats
In coverage record: 23 Mar 2026
“Stocks are sharply higher today as crude oil prices plunged more than -7% after President Trump said strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure and power plants would be postponed for five days following the start of talks with Iran to end the war.”
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Published 23 Mar 2026
Oil prices ease and stock markets jump as hopes rise for an end to the Iran war
In coverage record: 23 Mar 2026
“The S&P 500 rose 1.5% toward its best day since the war began.”
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Barchart · Published 23 Mar 2026
Stocks Sharply Higher as President Trump Seeks to End Iran War
In coverage record: 23 Mar 2026
“Stocks settled sharply higher on Monday as crude oil prices plunged more than -10% after President Trump said strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure and power plants would be postponed for five days following the start of talks with Iran to end the war.”
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Published 23 Mar 2026
Oil prices ease and stocks jump after Trump says Iran is talking with the US, despite Iran's denials
In coverage record: 23 Mar 2026
“Relief is ripping through financial markets Monday after President Donald Trump said the United States has talked with Iran about a possible end to their war.”
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Investing.com · Published 23 Mar 2026
Trump Card Turns Markets on a Dime as Stocks, Bonds Stage Substantial Recovery
In coverage record: 23 Mar 2026
“Stocks and bonds soared, and energy prices plummeted. So far, Iran has denied Trump’s version of the progress, but the market has demonstrated where it is headed when a final resolution is reached.”
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MarketScreener · Published 23 Mar 2026
US stocks jump after Trump delays strikes on Iran's power plants
In coverage record: 23 Mar 2026
“U.S. stocks staged a sharp recovery on Monday, with the Dow, S&P 500 and the Nasdaq all gaining more than one percent.”
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CP24 Toronto · Published 10 Mar 2026
Calm returns to Wall Street
In coverage record: 10 Mar 2026
“Global shares rebounded Tuesday from their sharp declines a day before. 'Today is the rebound, obviously positive comments from President Trump overnight, we’re starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel for the war,' said Neil Newman.”
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The Straits Times · Published 9 Mar 2026
Wall St ends higher as hopes of Iran war resolution offset inflation fears
In coverage record: 9 Mar 2026
“Wall Street stocks clawed their way back from a steep selloff to close higher on March 9, notching a final-hour rebound after US President Donald Trump suggested that the US-Israeli war on Iran could be close to ending.”
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Markets Insider · Published 9 Mar 2026
U.S. Stock Futures Down after a Volatile Session
In coverage record: 9 Mar 2026
“The market turnaround was fueled by optimistic comments from President Trump, suggesting the conflict with Iran could be nearing an end.”
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