Dow Jones futures rise on reports of US-Iran ceasefire extension
The post Dow Jones futures rise on reports of US-Iran ceasefire extension appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Dow Jones futures climb 0.09% to near 50,790, while S&P 500 futures rise 0.14% toward 7,600. Meanwhile, Nasdaq 100 futures gain 0.13%, trading near 30,350 during the European hours on Friday, ahead of the US regular opening. US stock futures are stronger as market sentiment improves after reports of a preliminary 60-day ceasefire extension between the United States (US) and Iran, which raised prospects for unrestricted shipping through the critical Strait of Hormuz. The peace agreement would require Iran to clear all maritime mines from the strategic waterway within 30 days. Traders maintain a degree of caution following a CNN report indicating that US President Donald Trump has yet to officially approve the terms. This hesitation was echoed by Vice President JD Vance, who noted that while the parties are close to a deal, Washington is “not there yet,” while concurrently remin