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US stocks mostly up after data shows slightly lower inflation in July
Analysts say the report likely gives the US Federal Reserve more latitude to hold off on imminent interest rate increases despite persistent inflation above Fed targets
Oil, stocks fall as traders weigh outlook after Trump extends truce
Oil prices and stocks fell as investors weighed uncertain US-Iran peace prospects after Trump extended the ceasefire but kept the Hormuz blockade, leaving markets cautious over talks, oil flows and conflict risks.
April 22, 2026
Oil prices dip, stocks rise on lingering Iran peace hopes
Oil prices fell and stocks rose on hopes the US-Iran war could end and the Strait of Hormuz reopen, despite uncertainty over talks, ceasefire expiry and continued tensions over blockades, shipping and threats of renewed fighting
April 21, 2026