Wednesday's big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session

U.S. major averages logged back-to-back gains on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 nearing its all-time high. The move was supported by trader optimism over a potential resolution in the Middle East, suggesting improving risk appetite despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.

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U.S. major averages logged back-to-back gains on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 nearing its all-time high. The move was supported by trader optimism over a potential resolution in the Middle East, suggesting improving risk appetite despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.