Bybit Report: Global Stocks Reach Record Highs as S&P 500 Surpasses 7,000 Milestone

Bybit Report: Global Stocks Reach Record Highs as S&P 500 Surpasses 7,000 Milestone

April 17th, 2026 – DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has published analysis examining recent record highs across global equity markets, led by a historic breakout in the S&P 500 and supported by gains across major risk assets. The S&P 500 closed above the 7,000 mark for the first time on April 15, a key psychological milestone and a historic high for the index. The benchmark has posted gains of approximately 7.8% month to date in April and about 2.9% year to date in 2026 (prior to market open on Friday, April 17), reflecting continued momentum in U.S. equities. The index has continued to push higher following an upside breakout highlighted by Bybit Learn on April 6, extending its streak of record highs. The rally is part of a broader global trend. The MSCI All Country World Index, which tracks more than 2,500 stocks a

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