Stocks•18 April 2026•
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US Stocks Extend Rally as S&P 500 Surges 13% From March Lows
Key Facts
1The S&P 500 gained 4.5% this week, bringing its total rally off the March 30th lows to 13%.
2The Nasdaq 100 jumped 6.2%, with a total rally of 17% off its recent lows.
Major US equity indices recorded significant weekly gains, extending a multi-session rally that originated in late March. The S&P 500 climbed 4.5% over the week, bringing its total recovery to 13% since the March 30th lows. Similarly, the Nasdaq 100 jumped 6.2%, marking a substantial 17% rally from its recent bottom. While the current momentum remains strong, market commentary suggests that indices may be teetering at these elevated levels. Investors are closely monitoring whether this rebound can be sustained without the emergence of new fundamental catalysts. This performance highlights a period of intense recovery for US equities as they push back against previous selling pressure.