S&P 500, Nasdaq edge up to new records with Middle East hopes in focus

Name: S&P 500, Nasdaq edge up to new records with Middle East hopes in focus
Uploaded: 2026-04-17
Description: U.S. stocks closed at record highs as hopes of easing Middle East tensions lifted sentiment, despite choppy trading. Investors also weighed labour data and early corporate earnings as markets look for clearer signals to sustain the rally.

U.S. stocks closed at record highs as hopes of easing Middle East tensions lifted sentiment, despite choppy trading. Investors also weighed labour data and early corporate earnings as markets look for clearer signals to sustain the rally.

17/04/2026 01:26 MYT