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U.S. stocks rose on Tuesday, following Monday's rally. Futures of the major benchmark indices were trading higher.

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed some easing in the overall fear level, while the index remained in the “Fear” zone on Monday.

The benchmark has risen for eight straight sessions and is now back where it was before the start of the Iran war

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Crude oil prices have surged more than 50% since the U.S.-Iran war began on February 28, with WTI crude sitting at $102 per barrel as of April 13, 2026.

While recent market performance reflects optimism over potential geopolitical de-escalation, underlying economic data reveals a complex landscape of intensifying price pressures and cooling growth. Consumer inflation has surged to a near two-year high, driven by a spike in energy costs, even as the broader economy shows signs of losing momentum.

The S&P 500 opened Monday under pressure, sliding roughly 0.6% in early trading after President Trump ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Markets aren't pricing in a long blockade.

The US indices all looked very soft right off the open on Monday, as the peace talks haven't produced a significant change in the war.

Investors reacted positively to the after-the-market-close news of a ceasefire between the Iran war combatants on 7 April 2026. The S&P 500 bounced up 2.5% on the news the following day before proceeding to increase its gains in the remainder of the trading week.