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Euphoric investors are savouring yet another Trump TACO moment

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On April 8, 2026, global markets soared amid relief over a potential easing of conflict with Iran. US stock futures jumped 2.3 percent and Australian shares rose 2.8 percent, with Qantas and Virgin Australia stocks leaping 9.2 and 13 percent, respectively. The drop in oil prices over 15 percent further fueled investor optimism.

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