US stock futures rise as Trump extends ceasefire with Iran, Dow futures up 269 points, S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures gain, investors remain wary amid stalled talks and tensions
U.S. stock futures edged higher on Wednesday after President Donald Trump extended the ceasefire with Iran, offering markets a breather even as tensions remain unresolved.
Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 269 points, or 0.6%, while S&P 500 futures rose 0.5% and Nasdaq 100 futures gained 0.7%.
The move follows Trump’s decision to prolong the truce, citing a “seriously fractured” Iranian government and ongoing diplomatic uncertainty. However, the lack of clarity around negotiations continues to keep investors on edge, with reports suggesting stalled talks and reluctance from Tehran to engage.
Despite the fragile backdrop, Wall Street has shown resilience, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq recently scaling record highs as optimism around de-escalation and strength in AI-led growth continues to underpin sentiment.
