Markets are cautiously optimistic after a US-Iran ceasefire. Investors are watching fourth-quarter earnings and crude oil prices closely. Foreign institutional investors’ decisions will also shape market direction. While immediate conflict fears fade, domestic concerns like valuations and growth recovery may resurface. Corporate profitability faces pressure from higher energy costs and a weaker rupee.
US stocks: Dow closes at record on Mideast optimism; SpaceX, AMD drag Nasdaq
The Dow Jones Industrial Average achieved an all-time high on Wednesday, driven by rising optimism over potential peace talks with Iran. Meanwhile, both SpaceX and