U.S. Stock Market Today: After a sharp selloff at the start of the week, U.S. equities found their footing again. Markets rebounded on Tuesday as easing oil prices and stabilising geopolitical signals improved investor sentiment.

The recovery highlights how quickly global cues, especially from energy markets and geopolitics, can shift Wall Street's direction.

U.S. Market Snapshot

Dow Jones

The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed over 296 points, reflecting renewed buying in industrial and blue-chip stocks. Gains were driven by companies tied to manufacturing and technology, showing resilience despite global uncertainties.

Nasdaq

The Nasdaq led the rally, rising nearly 1%. Tech stocks regained momentum as investors rotated back into growth sectors following Monday's risk-off sentiment and semiconductor stocks were among the biggest contributors.

S&P 500

The broader S&P 500 rose 0.75%, signalling widespread participation across sectors and the index's recovery suggests investors are still willing to take risks when macro pressures ease, even temporarily.

NYSE

Trading activity on the New York Stock Exchange remained active, with advancing stocks outnumbering decliners and market breadth improved, pointing to a healthier rebound rather than a narrow rally.

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The rebound was largely technical and sentiment-driven. The Nasdaq gained around 0.9%, while the S&P 500 added over 0.7%. Lower oil prices played a central role, easing inflation concerns and supporting equities.

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Despite equity gains, safe-haven demand persisted. Treasury yields edged higher, and the dollar remained relatively firm, reflecting lingering caution among global investors. The dollar index, which measures the U.S. currency against six peers, was 0.07% lower at 98.389 after rising 0.3% on Monday and the euro was 0.1% higher at $1.17005, while sterling was 0.2% higher at $1.35576.

Oil drops $110 as US-Iran tensions and Hormuz blockade fears rattle markets

Oil prices dipped slightly but stayed above $110 per barrel. Concerns over potential disruption in the Strait of Hormuz continue to keep energy markets volatile. Oil prices slipped but remained elevated above $110 per barrel, with Brent around $111-$114 and WTI near $101-$103. The drop followed easing fears over Hormuz disruptions, though ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions continue to keep markets volatile and supply risks high.

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At the same time, reports of possible naval action created upward pressure on crude prices earlier. This push-and-pull dynamic between risk and supply expectations is keeping oil highly sensitive.

How did oil prices crash and boost the US stock market today?

A modest decline in oil prices reduced fears of sustained inflation spikes. Lower energy costs tend to support corporate margins and consumer spending, which in turn lifts equity markets.

Gold & silver prices

Precious metals showed mixed movement. Gold traded near $4,560-$4,577 per ounce, while silver hovered around $73-$74. Both metals remain sensitive to inflation expectations and currency strength.

Gold rebounds as oil eases; inflation concerns linger

Gold rebounded by about 0.8% after recent declines. While easing oil helped, ongoing geopolitical risks and inflation worries continue to support demand for the metal.