Market Trends: Stocks Rise Despite Oil and Geopolitical Tensions
Stocks finished higher amid a continued downtrend in oil prices, with markets reacting cautiously to geopolitical tensions and economic data. Oil's decline suggests decreased demand, while US stocks rallied on strong performances from tech giants like Tesla and positive economic indicators. Despite geopolitical tensions from the Iran attack, markets showed resilience, though investor sentiment and market breadth hint at potential future volatility.