The Iran War Isn't Over, So Why Are Stocks Back Near Record Highs?

Middle East tensions remain unresolved, with fighting continuing in Lebanon, the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, and peace talks ending without an agreement. The article frames the situation as unchanged on the ground but different in market perception, with Wall Street trading on expectations of geopolitical and energy-risk implications. The key market focus is the potential impact on shipping, oil flows, and broader risk sentiment.

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Middle East tensions remain unresolved, with fighting continuing in Lebanon, the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, and peace talks ending without an agreement. The article frames the situation as unchanged on the ground but different in market perception, with Wall Street trading on expectations of geopolitical and energy-risk implications. The key market focus is the potential impact on shipping, oil flows, and broader risk sentiment.