US equity indices rose, S&P 500 +0.9% to 7,123.95, Nasdaq +1.4% to 24,593.38, Dow +0.6% to 49,422.22 on Wednesday.
President Donald Trump extended the two‑week US‑Iran ceasefire on Wednesday, citing Iran's internal fractures and a request from Pakistan.
Brent crude futures topped $101 a barrel, raising inflation concerns and potential central‑bank rate hikes amid global growth uncertainty.
Earnings season took stage, with Tesla reporting after hours and stocks such as United Airlines, GE Vernova, Boeing and AT&T showing moves.