US stocks: Dow closes at record on Mideast optimism; SpaceX, AMD drag Nasdaq

The Dow Jones Industrial Average achieved an all-time high on Wednesday, driven by rising optimism over potential peace talks with Iran. Meanwhile, both SpaceX and AMD saw their stock prices drop following their earnings announcements. The growth in private payrolls also showed signs of cooling in July, reflecting a steady job market, as market watchers keep a keen eye on inflationary pressures and the Federal Reserve's next moves.

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