Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Jumps at Open, Oil Is Now Close to Pre-Iran War Prices
The Nasdaq jumped at the open while oil prices fell toward pre-war levels. This shift follows an announcement by US President Donald Trump that talks with Iran would occur on Monday. While the Indian market initially rallied with the Sensex gaining over 650 points and the Nifty crossing 24,600, those gains reversed by Tuesday. The Nifty ended below 24,650 and the Sensex dropped 210 points, ending a four-day winning streak due to volatility during a new closing auction session.
What changed
Indian markets reversed early gains from Monday to end Tuesday in the red.
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Nasdaq Rises as Oil Prices Drop Following Trump's Iran Talk Announcement
The Nasdaq jumped at the open while oil prices fell toward pre-war levels. This shift follows an announcement by US President Donald Trump that talks with Iran would occur on Monday. While the Indian market initially rallied with the Sensex gaining over 650 points and the Nifty crossing 24,600, those gains reversed by Tuesday. The Nifty ended below 24,650 and the Sensex dropped 210 points, ending a four-day winning streak due to volatility during a new closing auction session.
Why it matters
Market volatility is currently tied to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and US diplomatic efforts. Investors are balancing these risks against anticipation of a Federal Reserve interest rate decision.
What is confirmed
- President Donald Trump stated that talks with Iran would happen on Monday.
- The Sensex fell 210 points on Tuesday.
- The Nifty ended Tuesday below 24,650.
Still unconfirmed
- The Australian ASX rose 0.5pc in its first August session.
- FleetPartners shares rose 17pc.
What to watch next
- Federal Reserve interest rate decision
- Outcome of US-Iran talks
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- economictimes.indiatimes.com — Sensex Today | Nifty50 | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex rallies over 650 pts, Nifty above 24,600; metal, IT indices jump 1% each
- www.afr.com — ASX rises 0.5pc in first August session as FleetPartners soars 17pc
- consent.yahoo.com — Trump threatens Iran with "decapitation" as Houthis claim strike on Saudi airport
- economictimes.indiatimes.com — Sensex Today | Nifty50 | Stock Market Highlights: Nifty snaps 4-day winning streak, ends below 24,650; Sensex falls 210 pts
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Nasdaq Jumps at Open, Oil Nears Pre-Iran War Prices
US stocks are rising, driven by tech gains, while oil prices are volatile amid Middle East tensions. The market is awaiting a Federal Reserve decision on interest rates. Asian stocks have tumbled due to AI valuation concerns and geopolitical risks.
What's confirmed:
- Oil prices are volatile due to fighting in the Middle East.
- US stocks are holding relatively steady ahead of a Federal Reserve decision on interest rates.
- Asian stocks have tumbled due to AI valuation concerns and Middle East tensions.
Still unconfirmed:
- Tech earnings optimism is offsetting geopolitical risks in Indian stock markets.
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US Stocks Surge as US-Iran Tensions Ease
US stocks rose Monday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching a record closing high. Tech stocks drove the gains following an interim peace deal between the US and Iran. Investors are now preparing for the next earnings season.
What's confirmed:
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 8.9% in the first half of 2026.
- US stocks surged Monday due to easing US-Iran tensions.
Still unconfirmed:
- SpaceX inclusion in the Nasdaq 100 and Alphabet's Dow debut contributed to tech gains.
- The Dow hit a record closing high.
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Nasdaq Surges and Oil Prices Drop Following US-Iran Peace Deal
US stocks rallied as investors reacted to an interim peace deal between the US and Iran. Tech and semiconductor stocks led the gains. Oil prices plummeted to levels not seen since the start of the US-Iran war.
What's confirmed:
- US stocks advanced following a decline in oil prices.
- The Nasdaq jumped nearly 500 points.
- Oil prices plunged to levels not seen since the beginning of the US-Iran war.
- The Fear & Greed index rose to 37.3.
Still unconfirmed:
- The Fear & Greed index remains in the Fear zone.
- Tech and semiconductor rallies drove the stock surge.
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Nasdaq and S&P 500 Rise Following US-Iran Peace Agreement
US stock markets rallied as an interim peace deal between the US and Iran took effect. The agreement includes the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices dropped as geopolitical tensions eased.
What's confirmed:
- The Nasdaq jumped 3.1 percent.
- The S&P 500 climbed 1.7 percent.
- A peace deal between the US and Iran aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Still unconfirmed:
- Oil prices sank to $75.
- An Intel-Apple chip pact powered semiconductor stocks.
- The Federal Reserve is starting to lean toward a rate hike.
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Nasdaq and S&P 500 Surge Following US-Iran Peace Deal
US stock markets rose after an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The Nasdaq jumped 3.1 percent and the S&P 500 climbed 1.7 percent. Falling oil prices may reduce inflationary pressure before the next Federal Reserve decision.
What's confirmed:
- The Nasdaq jumped 3.1 percent.
- The S&P 500 rose 1.7 percent.
- A US-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz triggered market relief.
Still unconfirmed:
- Traders worry the current market rally and oil price drop have gone too far.
- SpaceX and an AI stock showed positive movement.
- New Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh faces challenges regarding interest rates.
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US Stocks Rally as US-Iran Pact Aims to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
US stock markets including the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq surged following a peace deal between the US and Iran. The agreement aims to restore the global flow of crude oil by reopening the Strait of Hormuz. This breakthrough has lowered oil prices and increased investor confidence despite hawkish signals from the Fed.
What's confirmed:
- US stocks including the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq rose following a US-Iran peace deal.
- The agreement between the US and Iran is intended to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- Oil prices fell after the US and Iran reached a tentative deal to resume the global flow of crude.
- Stock futures surged as the US-Iran truce eased geopolitical tensions.
Still unconfirmed:
- Gasoline prices have fallen below $4.
- Intel stock is up.
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