S&P 500 +0.44%Nasdaq Composite +0.58%The latest catalyst for the push into new all-time highs was yesterday’s Axios report saying that US and Iranian negotiators have reached an agreement on a 60-day memorandum of understanding to extend the ceasefire and launch negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program, but President Trump has yet to give his final approval.The most important thing in terms of economic outlook is the Strait of Hormuz. There’s still lots of confusion on how and when it’s going to reopen. Just now, Iran’s Foreign Minister Aragchi said in a post on X that he discussed the Hormuz and its future administration in line with their sovereign responsibilities and international law. Iran has been pushing for a toll system with Oman, and the US has repeatedly said that it would be unacceptable.The main risks for the stock market at the moment are Fed rate hikes and a new US-Iran military conflict. For now, the fact that diplomacy continues to be the main driver, has been keeping the market supported as neutral Fed policy continues to indirectly ease financial conditions. If the situation in the Strait of Hormuz doesn’t change before the June FOMC meeting, there’s a risk that the Fed delivers a more hawkish than expected decision and could trigger a nasty correction given the overstretched positioning.
This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.
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The S&P 500 and Nasdaq are climbing, but here’s why traders should be cautious. The recent Axios report about a potential 60-day ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran is boosting market sentiment, pushing the S&P 500 up 0.44% and the Nasdaq Composite by 0.58%. While this news could signal a temporary easing of geopolitical tensions, the market’s reaction might be overblown. Traders need to remember that these negotiations are often fraught with complications and can unravel quickly. If the talks stall or if President Trump decides to take a hardline stance, we could see a sharp reversal. Watch for key technical levels: the S&P 500 is approaching its all-time high, and a failure to break through could trigger profit-taking. Additionally, keep an eye on related assets like oil, which could react to any shifts in sentiment regarding Iran. The next few weeks will be critical; if the ceasefire holds, we might see sustained bullish momentum, but if it falters, expect volatility to spike. Monitor the market closely for any updates on the negotiations or shifts in political rhetoric.
đŽ Takeaway
Traders should watch the S&P 500’s all-time high closely; a failure to break through could lead to profit-taking and increased volatility.






