S&P 500 hits new all-time high at 7,013 points

US index hits record

The S&P 500 crossed a new high on Wednesday, April 16, 2026, closing at 7,013 points (+0.5%). All losses since US-Iran conflict erased.

This exceeds the January peak of 6,774 points, showing exceptional market resilience.

First crossed 7,000 on January 28, 2026. In months: 6k → 7k+.

Milestones: 5k (Feb 2024), 6k (Nov 2024), 7k+ now.

Since March 30 low: +10%+ – best 10-day rebound since 2020.

Tech stocks led with +15%. Nvidia +19%.

HSBC cites earnings upgrades in AI and tech as key drivers.

$111 billion net to US equity funds last month. BofA survey confirms.

Allocations to US stocks and tech increased.

War could end « almost immediately ». Oil under $100/barrel.

7,013 record is major milestone. Strong inflows and earnings favor US equities.