U.S. Major Indices Drop for Second Week Amid Tech Earnings Woes and Rising Oil Prices
The major U.S. stock indices experienced a second consecutive week of decline due to disappointing earnings from tech companies and rising oil prices driven by heightened tensions between the United States and Iran. Crude oil futures surged nearly 10% this month, reflecting concerns over potential disruptions in global energy markets. Investor sentiment was further dampened as key technology firms reported mixed or weak financial results, contributing to broader market uncertainty. The combination of these factors led to a cautious outlook among traders, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both posting losses for the week.
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