US Stocks Rise as Oil Prices Dip After Three Days of Losses

U.S. stocks moved higher on Wall Street after three straight sessions of losses, supported by a pullback in oil prices. Investors continued to monitor geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their impact on global energy markets while assessing fresh economic data from the United States.

The S&P 500 gained about 0.7% in early trading, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average posted a modest increase. The technology‑heavy Nasdaq Composite also traded higher, signaling a rebound after several days of market volatility and selling pressure.

In energy markets, Brent crude — the international oil benchmark — fell roughly 1% to around $99.50 per barrel after closing above $100 the previous day. The retreat in oil prices helped ease some concerns about rising energy costs and their potential impact on inflation.

Oil markets have experienced significant volatility in recent weeks amid geopolitical tensions involving Iran, which raised concerns about possible disruptions to global supply. Analysts say continued swings in oil prices remain a key driver of global financial markets and could influence expectations for central bank policy in the months ahead.