Wall Street Ends Week on High Note Amid Geopolitical Shifts

Wall Street closed higher on Friday, marking the end of a volatile week. The focus of investors has shifted from the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China to more pressing geopolitical issues, particularly in the Middle East and Ukraine.

Diplomatic Efforts in Spotlight

The United States is actively engaging in high-level diplomatic talks with Russia, while negotiations with Iran regarding its nuclear program are set to commence on April 12 in Oman. These developments have sparked optimism for a peaceful resolution to the standoff between the US and Iran.

Market Performance Highlights

The Dow Jones saw a significant increase of 1.56%, with the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 also posting gains of 1.89% and 1.81%, respectively. In the currency markets, the euro strengthened against the dollar, trading at $1.13421 by late afternoon.

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.