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S&P 500 rises 0.3% to 7,677.28 amid falling oil prices and easing bond market concerns.
On August 25, 2026, the S&P 500 gained 0.3%, closing at 7,677.28, as declining oil prices alleviated bond market worries. Brent crude oil fell 3.6% to $87.27, its second consecutive decline, despite escalating U.S.-Iran tensions following new sanctions. This drop in oil prices led to a decrease in Treasury yields, providing support to stock prices.
Key points
- S&P 500 closes at 7,677.28, up 0.3%, nearing all-time high.
- Brent crude oil declines 3.6% to $87.27 amid U.S.-Iran tensions.
- Treasury yields fall, easing bond market concerns.
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