Indian shares extend rally on hopes for US-Iran peace deal - Reuters
Indian shares extend rally on hopes for US-Iran peace deal Reuters
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U.S. stock markets reached record highs, with the S&P 500 rising 0.8%, driven by optimism that the conflict with Iran may be nearing resolution.
Indian shares opened higher, tracking other Asian markets, after oil prices dropped below $100 a barrel amid expectations for renewed US-Iran peace negotiations.
Asian stocks extended their rally, with technology shares tracking strong gains on Wall Street, while cautious optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran diplomatic breakthrough boosted broader risk sentiment.
Equity markets surged as easing crude oil prices and optimism over renewed US-Iran talks boosted sentiment, lifting benchmark indices to their highest levels in over a month.
U.S. stocks closed at record highs, with the S&P 500 finishing the day up 0.8%, extending a dramatic two-week surge from its late March lows, driven by optimism over a potential peace deal in the Middle East and strong corporate earnings.
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