Dow Jones Top Markets Headlines at 11 AM ET: U.S. Stocks Rise With Potential Iran Deal in Focus | Japan ...

U.S. stocks edged higher mid-morning as investors weighed a potential Iran deal, with the Nasdaq on track for its largest two-month gain since April 2009. Japan spent more than $73 billion between April 28 and May 27 to support the yen, while Canada's economy contracted for a second straight quarter as imports rose and exports faltered. Beijing warned of trade probes if the EU proceeds with anti-subsidy safeguards, and Fed Governor Michelle Bowman cautioned against reacting to short-term energy inflation. Chicago’s Business Barometer jumped to 62.7 in May from 49.2, signaling improving domestic activity amidst mixed signals abroad.