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The US markets defended their positive tone on Thursday, May 21, 2026, igniting new enthusiasm especially in the Dow Jones. The Dow Jones closed with a gain of 0.55% at 50,285.66 points, marking a record high for the first time in several months. The S&P 500 rose by 0.17% to 7,445.72 points, while the Nasdaq Composite ended trading with a modest increase of 0.09% at 26,293.10 points. The trading day was shaped by geopolitical hope and strong corporate news. Progress in potential negotiations between the US and Iran put downward pressure...