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US Stock Market Today Premarket: S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Near Records as Oil Slide Tests AI Rally

US Stock Market Today Premarket: S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Near Records as Oil Slide Tests AI Rally

S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures hovered near record highs early Thursday after both indexes closed at records Wednesday, boosted by chip stocks. Oil prices fell further as talks progressed on a limited U.S.-Iran deal, with Brent crude trading near $98 a barrel. Weekly U.S. jobless claims are due at 8:30 a.m. ET. Friday’s payrolls report is seen as the main test for the Federal Reserve.
7 May 2026
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Oil Price Below $100 Again: Iran Deal Hopes Run Into a Fuel-Market Squeeze

Oil Price Below $100 Again: Iran Deal Hopes Run Into a Fuel-Market Squeeze

Brent crude fell to about $99.5 a barrel Thursday as traders reacted to hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal. U.S. crude inventories dropped by 2.3 million barrels last week, while distillate stocks hit their lowest since 2005. Asian jet fuel exports plunged to 596,000 bpd in April, down from 1.54 million bpd before the conflict. Shell reported a first-quarter profit of $6.9 billion but reduced its share buybacks.
7 May 2026
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India Stock Market Today: Nifty Holds Green, Sensex Slips as Auto Stocks Ride Oil Relief

India Stock Market Today: Nifty Holds Green, Sensex Slips as Auto Stocks Ride Oil Relief

The Nifty 50 edged up 0.08% to 24,349.30 while the Sensex slipped 0.03% to 77,936.80 in Thursday afternoon trade, as auto stocks gained and IT, FMCG shares fell. Brent crude dropped 2% to $99 a barrel, easing pressure on the rupee, which strengthened to 94.2525 per dollar. Foreign investors sold 58.35 billion rupees in equities on Wednesday despite a prior rally. Iran-U.S. peace talks remain unresolved.
7 May 2026
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Alaska Air’s $500 Million Debt Sale Shows How Iran War Fuel Shock Is Hitting U.S. Airlines

Alaska Air’s $500 Million Debt Sale Shows How Iran War Fuel Shock Is Hitting U.S. Airlines

Alaska Air Group launched a $500 million private debt offering Wednesday as jet fuel prices nearly doubled following U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran. The five-year senior notes, due 2031, will help offset surging costs that forced Alaska to withdraw its profit forecast last month. American Airlines and JetBlue also raised debt recently to manage higher fuel bills.
7 May 2026
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Dow Jones Today: 500-Point Rally Puts Blue-Chips Back in Play as Oil Slides and AMD Surges

Dow Jones Today: 500-Point Rally Puts Blue-Chips Back in Play as Oil Slides and AMD Surges

The Dow Jones rose about 500 points Wednesday, reaching 49,795.34 by midday, as falling oil prices and strong AI stock gains lifted Wall Street. Brent crude dipped below $100 after reports of possible U.S.-Iran progress. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs. Disney and AMD both reported results above estimates, while U.S. private payrolls posted their largest gain in over a year.
6 May 2026
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Dow Jones Today: Why the Dow Is Rising as Oil Falls and Earnings Take Over

Dow Jones Today: Why the Dow Is Rising as Oil Falls and Earnings Take Over

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 265.17 points, or 0.54%, to 49,207.07 on Tuesday as oil prices dropped 3.47% to $110.47 a barrel. Gains were led by Caterpillar and 3M, while DuPont shares climbed after raising its 2026 outlook. Job openings fell but hiring increased in March, according to the Labor Department. The ISM services PMI slipped to 53.6 in April, with cost pressures persisting.
5 May 2026
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US Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Hits Record as Oil Retreats and Earnings Lift Wall Street

US Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Hits Record as Oil Retreats and Earnings Lift Wall Street

The S&P 500 rose 0.83% to 7,260.23 and the Nasdaq gained 1% as tech shares led a rebound, while Brent crude fell 3.31% to $110.65. LSEG data showed first-quarter S&P 500 earnings growth above 18%, with 83% of companies beating estimates. Job openings dropped but hiring surged in March. The Federal Reserve kept rates steady, citing inflation and Middle East uncertainty.
5 May 2026
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Dow Drops 557 Points as Oil Shock Hits US Stocks; Palantir Slides After Hours

Dow Drops 557 Points as Oil Shock Hits US Stocks; Palantir Slides After Hours

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.13%, dropping over 550 points, as a surge in oil prices linked to Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz rattled markets. Brent crude jumped 5.8% to $114.44 a barrel. Ten of 11 S&P 500 sectors declined, with energy the exception. Palantir shares slipped 2.69% after hours despite raising its 2026 revenue forecast and posting strong quarterly results.
5 May 2026
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Stock Market Today: Dow Sinks 557 Points as Oil Shock Tests Wall Street’s Record Run

Stock Market Today: Dow Sinks 557 Points as Oil Shock Tests Wall Street’s Record Run

U.S. stocks fell Monday, with the S&P 500 down 0.4% and the Dow losing 557 points, after oil prices surged and fighting resumed near the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude jumped 5.8% to $114.44 a barrel after the UAE reported an Iranian attack. The U.S. military said it sank six boats targeting civilian ships in the area. FedEx and UPS shares dropped over 9% after Amazon announced new supply chain services.
5 May 2026
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Dow Jones Today: Blue-Chip Index Slides 500 Points as Oil Shock Hits Wall Street

Dow Jones Today: Blue-Chip Index Slides 500 Points as Oil Shock Hits Wall Street

The Dow Jones fell over 500 points midday Monday as oil prices surged past $114 a barrel after reports of missile strikes and naval tension near the Strait of Hormuz. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq, coming off record highs, also slipped. UPS and FedEx shares dropped more than 6% after Amazon announced plans to open its shipping network to outside businesses. The CBOE Volatility Index climbed to 18.39.
4 May 2026
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US Stock Market Today: Dow Sinks as Oil Shock Tests Wall Street’s Record Run

US Stock Market Today: Dow Sinks as Oil Shock Tests Wall Street’s Record Run

The Dow fell nearly 450 points Monday as tensions near the Strait of Hormuz sent oil prices up 5% to $113.91 a barrel. Iranian reports claimed missiles hit a U.S. vessel, which the U.S. denied, while the UAE said it intercepted Iranian missiles. Most S&P 500 sectors dropped, and volatility rose. Amazon expanded its supply-chain business, hitting UPS and FedEx shares; GameStop proposed a $56 billion bid for eBay.
4 May 2026
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Oil Prices Jump Above $110 as Iran Warship Claim Shakes Dow, S&P Futures

Oil Prices Jump Above $110 as Iran Warship Claim Shakes Dow, S&P Futures

Oil prices surged and U.S. stock futures swung after Iran claimed it turned back a U.S. warship near the Strait of Hormuz, though U.S. officials denied any vessel was hit. Brent crude briefly topped $113 a barrel. U.S. Central Command announced “Project Freedom” to restore shipping through the strait, deploying destroyers, aircraft, and 15,000 personnel. European stocks and bond prices fell as markets reacted to the tensions.
4 May 2026
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US Stock Market Today: Dow Futures Fall as Oil Shock Tests Wall Street’s Record Run

US Stock Market Today: Dow Futures Fall as Oil Shock Tests Wall Street’s Record Run

U.S. stock futures fell early Monday after unconfirmed reports of a U.S. warship hit near the Strait of Hormuz sent oil prices up 5%. Dow futures dropped 181 points. eBay rose 10% premarket after GameStop’s $56 billion bid, though shares remained below the offer price. Oil stayed above $100 a barrel, fueling inflation concerns and renewed Federal Reserve rate risks.
4 May 2026
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US Stock Market This Week: S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records As Earnings Rally Faces Oil Shock Risk

US Stock Market This Week: S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records As Earnings Rally Faces Oil Shock Risk

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs Friday, lifted by strong corporate earnings, while the Dow slipped 0.3%. Apple shares rose 3.3% on a solid forecast; Atlassian surged 29.6%. Analysts expect S&P 500 first-quarter earnings to jump 27.8% from a year earlier, with 83% of companies beating profit estimates. Energy stocks lagged as Exxon Mobil and Chevron declined after weaker results.
2 May 2026
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Stock Market Today: Apple Jump Lifts Dow and S&P Futures — Nasdaq Slips as Oil Risk Builds

Stock Market Today: Apple Jump Lifts Dow and S&P Futures — Nasdaq Slips as Oil Risk Builds

Dow and S&P 500 futures edged higher early Friday, while Nasdaq 100 futures slipped. Apple shares rose pre-market after reporting their strongest quarterly sales growth in over four years. Reddit jumped on an upbeat revenue forecast, while Roblox fell after cutting its annual bookings outlook. Brent crude climbed to $111.53 a barrel as Middle East tensions continued to disrupt energy flows.
1 May 2026
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Oil Prices Surge: Trump’s Iran Standoff Sends Brent Past $126 as Gas Hits $4.30

Oil Prices Surge: Trump’s Iran Standoff Sends Brent Past $126 as Gas Hits $4.30

Brent crude briefly topped $126 a barrel Thursday, a four-year high, as traders reacted to a prolonged Strait of Hormuz shutdown and possible new U.S. military action against Iran. U.S. gasoline rose to $4.300 a gallon, up 27 cents in a week. Washington is seeking partners for a maritime coalition and considering further use of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Iran warned of strikes on U.S. positions if attacks resume.
30 April 2026
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Oil Price Shock Returns: Brent Hits $126 as Trump-Iran Standoff Grips Markets

Oil Price Shock Returns: Brent Hits $126 as Trump-Iran Standoff Grips Markets

Brent crude fell $2.05 to $115.98 after briefly topping $126 a barrel, its highest since 2022, as traders reacted to possible new U.S. military action against Iran. President Trump is weighing strike options and a potential naval operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, where about a quarter of global seaborne oil moves. The White House met with energy executives this week to discuss supply risks if Iranian ports remain blocked.
30 April 2026
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Dow Futures Drop as Oil Shock Threatens Big Tech’s AI Rally

Dow Futures Drop as Oil Shock Threatens Big Tech’s AI Rally

Dow futures fell 269 points, or 0.6%, early Thursday, while S&P 500 futures slipped 0.1% and Nasdaq 100 futures edged up 0.1%, as rising oil prices offset strong earnings from Alphabet and Amazon. Brent crude climbed on reports President Trump would be briefed on possible military action against Iran. Alphabet reported Q1 revenue up 22% to $109.9 billion; Amazon net sales rose 17% to $181.5 billion.
30 April 2026
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Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Falls Again as Oil Shock, Woolworths Warning Hit Shares

Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Falls Again as Oil Shock, Woolworths Warning Hit Shares

Australian shares fell for an eighth straight session Thursday, with the S&P/ASX 200 closing down 0.24% at 8,665.8 as miners and consumer staples dropped. The decline followed data showing annual inflation rose to 4.6% in March, above the Reserve Bank’s target. Woolworths shares slid up to 9.8% after warning on earnings. Oil prices hit a four-year high, lifting energy stocks 1.4%.
30 April 2026
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US Stock Market Before the Open Today: Oil Shock, Fed Split and Big Tech Earnings Put AI Rally on Trial

US Stock Market Before the Open Today: Oil Shock, Fed Split and Big Tech Earnings Put AI Rally on Trial

U.S. stock futures fell early Thursday as Brent crude hit its highest level since March 2022, driven by concerns over U.S.-Iran tensions. The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged in its most divided vote since 1992, shifting focus to inflation risks. Alphabet and Amazon posted strong cloud earnings, while Meta’s increased spending highlighted pressure in the sector.
30 April 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • Vistry Shares Slump 60% Amid Profit Warning but Long-Term Potential Seen
    May 23, 2026, 2:52 AM EDT. Vistry Group Plc (LSE:VTY) shares have fallen 60% in 2026 amid another profit warning driven by weak UK housebuilding demand, rising costs due to Middle East conflict, and the firm's net debt restricting flexibility. Despite challenges, management plans to reduce net debt to a net cash position exceeding £100 million by end-2026. Market value stands at £810 million, highlighting significant upside potential. The government's Social and Affordable Homes Programme offers a promising growth avenue for Vistry. Investors should weigh current risks against long-term opportunities before buying shares in this heavily discounted UK stock.

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Dow Hits Record Close; All Eyes Turn to Holiday-Week Trading

Dow Hits Record Close; All Eyes Turn to Holiday-Week Trading

23 May 2026
The Dow closed at a record 50,579.70 on Friday, while the S&P 500 notched its eighth straight weekly gain. After-hours trading saw SPY, QQQ, DIA, and IWM all move lower. U.S. markets will be closed Monday for Memorial Day. Investors await Thursday’s inflation data.
IREN Stock Pauses as Nvidia Rally Cools Before Holiday

IREN Stock Pauses as Nvidia Rally Cools Before Holiday

23 May 2026
IREN shares fell 2.1% to $56.83 Friday, ending a two-day rally but closing the week up 7.4%. The stock’s moves follow a $3.4 billion AI cloud deal with Nvidia and a $3 billion convertible note offering. March-quarter revenue dropped to $144.8 million, with a net loss of $247.8 million. U.S. markets close Monday for Memorial Day; trading resumes Tuesday.
AXT stock reaches record; investors weigh risk to rally

AXT stock reaches record; investors weigh risk to rally

23 May 2026
AXT shares jumped 16.37% to $140.83 on Friday, hitting a 52-week high and trading above all recent analyst targets. The surge followed strong demand for AI-linked optical networking hardware and a sharp rise in indium phosphide orders. First-quarter revenue climbed to $26.9 million, with gross margin turning positive. Management forecast Q2 profitability and a backlog over $100 million.
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