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US stock futures were little changed on Thursday after a strong session that pushed the S&P 500 over 7,000 for the first time amid growing optimism for an extension to the Middle East ceasefire.

Futures on the S&P 500 (ES=F) and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (YM=F) wavered along the flat line.

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Nearly seven weeks have passed since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran. The war with Iran has caused turmoil for global energy markets. Traffic through the critical Strait of Hormuz has been disrupted, first by Iran and now by the U.S.

Perhaps a peaceful resolution can be found quickly. However, there’s no guarantee that a lasting agreement satisfactory to all parties will be reached anytime soon.

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HONG KONG (AP) — Asian stocks mostly gained while oil prices rose on Thursday as investors were closely watching prospects of a ceasefire extension in the Iran war and more talks between the U.S. and Iran.

Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 closed 2.4% higher at 59,518.34, reaching an all-time high and recovering from its earlier losses since the start of the Iran war.

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The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 reached all-time highs today as the US-Iran conflict continues. The S&P 500 prediction market for April 15 is at 100% YES, resolving the question with certainty.

Market reaction

Traders who bet on a positive S&P 500 outcome for April 15 are locked in for a payout.

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US stock futures rose on Thursday after a strong session that pushed the S&P 500 over 7,000 for the first time amid growing optimism for an extension to the Middle East ceasefire.

Futures linked to the S&P 500 (ES=F) moved up 0.2% as contracts on the Nasdaq 100 (NQ=F) climbed 0.4%.

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In February, the U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes against Iranian military and leadership targets, prompting Iran to retaliate with missiles and drones across the Middle East. Those retaliatory attacks have disrupted oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, a waterway in the Persian Gulf that serves as a transit route for 20% of global oil and liquefied natural gas.

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