Press releases are sponsored content and are not part of Finbold’s editorial content. For full disclaimer, please. Cryptoassets/products can be very risky. Never invest unless you are prepared to lose all the money you have invested.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 17, 2026, Chainwire
BybitThe second largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world by trading volume, I mentioned Global stock markets have reached new highs, led by the historic breakout of the S&P 500 and supported by concurrent gains across risk assets.
The S&P 500 closed above 7,000 for the first time on April 15, a major psychological milestone and a historic high for the index. The benchmark index has gained about 7.8% month-to-date in April and about 2.9% year-to-date in 2026 (before the market opens on Friday, April 17), reflecting continued momentum in US stocks. The US benchmark stock index continued to rise following the bullish breakout highlighted by Bybit Learn since April 6, continuing its streak of record highs.
This rise is part of a broader global trend. The MSCI All Country World Index, which tracks more than 2,500 stocks across developed and emerging markets, rose to a record high near 1,064, according to a Bybit Learn analysis.
Leading technology-driven indicators have also evolved. The Nasdaq 100 index rose 10.9% in April and 4.3% year to date, with expectations pointing to the possibility of further rise over the next 12 months. Meanwhile, Taiwan’s RIC index rose 18.1% in April and 28.3% year-to-date, underscoring a strong rebound even in some Asian stock markets. Taiwan’s stock market, worth about $4.14 trillion, has surpassed the United Kingdom to become the seventh largest in the world.
Aside from the indices, individual stocks recorded significant gains. Bloom Energy shares have risen sharply, rising 55% in April and 141.7% year to date. Several large-cap US companies, including Morgan Stanley, Citigroup, LAM Research, Marvell Technology, and Dell Technologies, also reached all-time highs in recent sessions, reflecting broad-based strength across sectors.
Han Tan, chief market analyst at Bybit, said: “The rise in global stocks highlights continued investor optimism that a US-Iran peace deal is within reach. However, it remains to be seen whether the overall market optimism will be offset by geopolitical realities.
The wave of record highs across major indices and individual stocks underscores a period of heightened risk-on activity across global financial markets, with both traditional and digital asset ecosystems reflecting similar fundamental sentiments. More details are available On the site.
#Bybit / #CryptoArk / #BybitLearn
About Paybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 80 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit strategically collaborates with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Known for its secure custody, diverse markets, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance in Bybit.com.
For more details about Paybit, please visit Baybit Press
For media inquiries, please contact: (email protected)
For updates, please follow: Bybit communities and social media
communication
Head of Public Relations
Tony O
Bybit
(email protected)
