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world El Financiero 2026-05-01

Wall Street Hits Records Amid US-Iran Peace Talk Optimism

Wall Street opened at historic highs today, driven by optimism surrounding renewed peace negotiations between the United States and Iran. Investors are hopeful for a ceasefire in the Middle East and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Major indices like the Nasdaq, S&P 500, and Dow Jones all saw gains, while European markets showed mixed results.

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