On Friday, April 17, US stock futures suggest a positive opening for Wall Street, buoyed by renewed hopes for peace negotiations between the US and Iran. The S&P 500 recently hit a record high of 7,051.28, while the Nasdaq 100 also reached a new peak at 24,400. This rally marks a significant turnaround following a sell-off that had previously pushed the S&P 500 down over 9% from its peak. Optimism surrounding a potential extended ceasefire in the Iran conflict has contributed to easing inflation concerns, reflected in a 4% decline in crude oil prices. However, Netflix shares are facing a sharp decline, dropping 11% in pre-market trading after forecasting earnings below expectations. Other stocks to watch include Alcoa, which fell 4% after missing earnings estimates, and Dell Technologies, which is gaining momentum from AI-driven upgrades. Overall, the market remains sensitive to news, with analysts noting the importance of momentum and liquidity flows.