US Stocks Open Higher as Oil Prices Ease Amid Iran Tensions
New York, March 10, 2026 – US equities opened on a positive note on Tuesday, extending the rebound from Monday’s session, as oil prices eased and investors weighed developments in the Iran conflict. Early volatility saw markets swing between losses and gains before settling into upward territory.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed approximately 248 points, or 0.5%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.4% and the Nasdaq Composite gained 0.6%.
Oil, which had surged in recent days, retreated sharply, relieving some pressure on stocks. West Texas Intermediate crude fell around 11% to near $84 per barrel, and Brent crude dropped over 10% to roughly $88.8 per barrel.
Market participants reacted to mixed signals from the Iran conflict. Former US President Donald Trump indicated the US is making "major strides" toward military objectives and suggested a potential end to operations soon. In contrast, Pete Hegseth warned of possible intense strikes inside Iran, while Iranian speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf stated that Iran is not seeking a ceasefire.
Investors are also monitoring policy actions from the Group of Seven nations and the International Energy Agency, which are reportedly considering options such as emergency oil reserve releases to stabilize global markets.
Focus is turning to key US inflation data due this week, with the Consumer Price Index scheduled for release on Wednesday and the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index on Friday.
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