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StocksUpdated•Originally published 16 April 2026•Updated 17 April 2026•

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S&P 500 Hits New Record High on Lebanon Ceasefire News

Key Facts

1The Nasdaq surged 2% amid progress in negotiations between the US and Iran.

2The CNN Money Fear and Greed index moved into the 'Neutral' zone.

3The US dollar continues to retreat as demand for safe-haven assets falls due to de-escalating geopolitical tensions.

about 2 months ago

Version History

Version 1about 2 months ago

What changed: Updated headline to reflect S&P 500 record high, incorporated the Lebanon ceasefire news, and updated the Fear & Greed index status to 'Greed'.

The S&P 500 reached a new record high driven by optimism surrounding news of a ceasefire in Lebanon, further amplifying the rally in US equities. This positive momentum saw the Nasdaq composite surge by 2%, while the CNN Money Fear and Greed index shifted into 'Greed' territory, signaling a significant increase in investor risk appetite. Concurrently, the US Dollar (DXY) continued its retreat as demand for safe-haven assets diminished amid de-escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Analysts suggest that these developments, coupled with ongoing negotiations between Washington and Tehran, have substantially reduced market anxiety. While the rally has reached historic levels, market participants remain focused on the sustainability of this momentum as geopolitical risks subside. Equities and risk-on assets continue to lead the market performance in response to the de-escalation.