The Dow Jones Industrial Average soared to a record high, backed by robust performances in the healthcare and financial sectors.

Wall Street surged on Thursday, fueled by optimism over a potential resolution to the Iran conflict, which lifted investor sentiment. However, the Nasdaq's gains were tempered by Broadcom's disappointing quarterly results, leading to a selloff in chip stocks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average soared to a record high, backed by robust performances in the healthcare and financial sectors. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq recorded more muted advances. Broadcom's revenue miss saw its shares plummet, affecting the chip sector's rally, which has otherwise seen substantial growth this year. Progress on diplomatic fronts, including a U.S.-mediated ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon and a Congressional measure limiting Presidential war powers, raised hopes for peace. Nevertheless, geopolitical tensions remain, as evidenced by Hezbollah's rejection of the truce. Economic indicators showed a rise in jobless claims and changes in labor productivity, adding complexity to market dynamics. (With inputs from agencies.)

China's wholesale prices rose at the fastest pace in nearly four years in May.

Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) has drawn fresh attention after recent share price swings.

On June 9, 2026, the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite plunged 2.17%, losing more than 560 points as AI and semiconductor stocks extended their sell-off.