Arms Ceasefire Boosts AEX, Shell Decline

The AEX index on the Amsterdam stock exchange rose nearly 3 percent following news of a temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran. This positive reaction occurred despite a significant drop in the share price of Shell, a major component of the index. The ceasefire announcement has impacted investor confidence and market performance.

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