S&P 500 Nears Record High as Markets Price an End to War Risk
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The S&P 500 is nearing a record high as markets bet on an end to the US-Iran conflict, with President Trump stating the war is 'close to over'. The index has recovered its losses from the conflict in a historically compressed timeline.
The S&P 500 is nearing its all-time high, driven by hopes of an end to the US-Iran conflict. President Trump stated the war is 'close to over' and a second round of formal negotiations is under discussion. The index has recovered its losses from the conflict in a short period. The VIX has fallen to 18.01, below its long-term historical average. The market's recovery is attributed to the expectation of the Strait of Hormuz reopening. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is lagging, while the Nasdaq Composite has extended its winning streak to 11 sessions.
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