Nasdaq Logs 12th Consecutive Daily Gain, Longest Winning Streak Since July 2009

- The Nasdaq achieved its 12th consecutive daily gain on Thursday, marking the longest winning streak since July 2009, as easing Middle East tensions and strong corporate earnings sustained broad market momentum.
- The S&P 500 closed at a new record of 7,041.28, while the VIX declined to 17.94, reflecting reduced market volatility amid improved geopolitical sentiment.
- TSMC's blowout Q1 results—with net profit rising 58.3% year-over-year to a record level and revenue of $35.9 billion—added significant momentum, confirming sustained AI-driven chip demand across the technology sector.
- Netflix shares fell nearly 10% in pre-market trading on April 17 after the company missed earnings estimates, presenting an early test of the market's appetite for continued gains.
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