Stock Market Today, June 15: Nvidia Jumps as Markets Soar on Peace Hopes

U.S. equity markets rallied hard on June 15, 2026, as diplomatic progress between the U.S. and Iran sparked a risk-on surge. The Nasdaq jumped 3.07%, the S&P 500 climbed 1.65%, and the Dow added 0.92% to close at a record. Oil prices fell on the peace developments, lifting tech and cyclical sentiment.

Nvidia led the semiconductor charge alongside Meta, Micron, and Western Digital, though specific gain percentages for individual names were not disclosed. The rally centered on tech and chip plays as easing geopolitical risk unwound energy hedges and boosted growth sectors.

SpaceX surged nearly 20% following its initial public offering, marking one of the session's standout moves. The combination of falling oil, record Dow close, and outsized Nasdaq performance underscored the breadth of the advance.