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Markets Hold Steady as Iran Deal Hopes Lift Sentiment — April 14, 2026

MoneySavings.ca  ·  Daily Market Brief Tuesday, April 14, 2026  ·  Morning Edition Markets hold steady as Iran deal hopes lift sentiment S&P 500 Futures 6,936 ▲ +0.20% Nasdaq Futures 25,647 ▲ +0.40% Dow Futures 48,501 ▲ +0.16% WTI Crude $96.31 ▼ −2.80% easing North American markets are poised for a steady open on Tuesday as investors grow cautiously optimistic about a potential U.S.-Iran agreement. U.S. stock futures held firm after the major averages posted strong gains the previous session, with the S&P 500 fully erasing its war-driven losses. Oil prices offered some relief for consumers, with WTI crude pulling back nearly 3% to around $96.31 per barrel — easing from Monday's spike above $104. Asian markets also opened higher overnight, with Japan's Nikkei 225 rising 2.43% and Hong Kong's Hang Seng gaining 1%, both t...

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Renewed Conflict in Gaza: Over 85 Lives Lost in Israeli Strikes

In a tragic escalation of violence, Israeli airstrikes across Gaza have claimed the lives of at least 85 Palestinians, according to local health authorities. The strikes targeted multiple homes, leaving behind devastation and grief. This renewed assault follows the breakdown of a ceasefire that had provided a brief respite to the region.

The strikes, which occurred overnight, have drawn widespread condemnation and raised concerns about the safety of civilians in the densely populated area. Reports indicate that many of the victims were women and children, highlighting the human cost of the ongoing conflict.

The Israeli military has stated that its operations are aimed at targeting militants, but the high civilian toll has sparked international outcry. Meanwhile, Palestinian groups have reportedly launched retaliatory attacks, further intensifying the situation.

This tragic development underscores the urgent need for renewed diplomatic efforts to bring an end to the violence and address the underlying issues fueling the conflict. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with calls for immediate action to prevent further loss of life.

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