The S&P 500 recovers its year-to-date decline — geopolitical risks are “digested”

The three major U.S. stock indices in New York rose across the board on April 13. The S&P 500 Index gained 69.35 points (1.02%) to close at 6,886.24, successfully erasing all prior declines year to date; the Nasdaq Composite rose 1.23%, marking its ninth consecutive trading day of gains; the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 301.68 points (0.63%) to close at 48,218.25.

In terms of sectors, nine of the eleven sectors in the S&P 500 rose and two fell. The financial sector (+1.73%) and the technology sector (+1.72%) led the gains, while utilities (-1.19%) and consumer staples (-1.04%) came under pressure and declined, reflecting a shift of funds from defensive sectors to risk-on sectors.

🔍 Rebound logic breakdown: Although U.S.-Iran negotiations have not reached an agreement, “the door is not closed”—U.S. President Trump said he has received a call from a “suitable person” from Iran, who said they hope to reach an agreement, and the next round of direct talks may be held on April 16. BlackRock upgraded its U.S. stock rating from “Neutral” to “Overweight,” believing that the impact of the Iran war is contained and strong corporate performance will provide a favorable environment for U.S. stocks. Goldman Sachs also expects that as systematic investors’ positions fall to multi-year lows, U.S. stocks may see record-breaking inflows of capital. #Gate广场四月发帖挑战