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Business US stocks: Dow hits record high as oil prices ease, SpaceX rally continues
US stocks traded near records on June 16, 2026, with the Dow Jones hitting an intraday all-time high as falling oil prices and a US-Iran peace deal boosted sentiment. SpaceX continued its post-IPO rally, becoming the fifth-most valuable US company, and announced a $60 billion acquisition of software firm Anysphere. Financial and chip stocks gained, while markets await the Federal Reserve's rate decision.
Business Wall Street Rallies, Oil Tumbles as US and Iran Reach Deal; AI and Travel Stocks Surge
Wall Street rallied sharply on Monday after the United States and Iran reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, causing oil prices to plunge. The S&P 500 rose 1.5%, the Dow jumped 638 points, and the Nasdaq gained 2.3%. AI-linked stocks and travel companies surged, while easing oil prices reduced inflation fears and lowered the probability of a Fed rate hike.
Business US stock markets rebound on AI recovery as oil prices ease from overnight highs
Wall Street recovered on Monday, June 8, 2026, as AI-linked stocks rebounded from Friday's sell-off, pushing the S&P 500 up 0.7%. Oil prices eased from overnight highs above $98 to $94.25 despite ongoing Israel-Iran tensions. Asian markets fell, with Japan's Nikkei declining 3.8%.
Technology OpenAI Files Confidential IPO Paperwork, Eyes Wall Street Debut Amid AI Race
OpenAI has confidentially filed paperwork with the US SEC for an initial public offering, according to a Business-Today report. The ChatGPT maker's move comes amid a wave of AI public listings, with rival Anthropic and SpaceX also planning debuts. OpenAI's latest valuation stands at $852 billion, but the company faces pressure to justify its worth amid high compute costs.
Business Wall Street rebounds as AI stocks recover; SpaceX debut and Iran tensions in foc
US stocks rebounded over two sessions, with AI-linked stocks recovering from recent volatility. Oracle tumbled 10% after announcing a $40 billion debt-and-equity plan for AI investments, while chipmakers Intel and Applied Materials surged. Oil prices fell sharply after President Trump withdrew a strike threat against Iran, boosting sentiment. The much-anticipated SpaceX IPO began trading on the Nasdaq, commanding a $1.77 trillion market value. The ECB raised rates by 25 basis points, and markets await the Fed decision next week.
Business SpaceX IPO Set for Historic $1.77 Trillion Wall Street Debut
SpaceX is preparing for its Wall Street debut, raising approximately $75 billion at $135 per share, giving it an initial valuation of around $1.77 trillion. The IPO is the largest in history and tests market appetite for trillion-dollar futuristic tech companies. The listing has been widely discussed as one of the most anticipated stock market events.
Business Wall Street Mixed as Tech Stocks Slide Amid Iran Tensions
US stock markets experienced mixed trading as technology stocks continued to decline and geopolitical tensions with Iran weighed on investor sentiment. The S&P 500 remained nearly flat, while the Dow Jones fell 0.5%.
Business $1.3 Trillion Lost as AI Rally Slows; Nvidia, Micron Plummet
A slowdown in the AI rally has led to a $1.3 trillion loss on Wall Street, with semiconductor stocks like Nvidia and Micron experiencing significant declines. Strong US jobs data and geopolitical tensions add to market uncertainties.
Business Wall Street Opens Mixed Amid AI Stock Decline, Oil Price Drop
The US stock market opened mixed as declines in AI stocks offset broader gains, while easing oil prices supported investor sentiment. The S&P 500 saw a slight increase, while the Nasdaq fell due to technology stock losses.
Commodities Brent Crude Nears $100 Amid Iran Tensions, Impacting Global Markets
Brent crude prices surged to $97.51 per barrel on the ICE, nearing the $100 mark due to escalating tensions between the US and Iran. The geopolitical unrest has heightened supply concerns, impacting global markets.
Business Alphabet's $80B Stock Sale Plan Stalls Wall Street Rally
Alphabet's announcement of an $80 billion stock sale to fund AI investments led to a 4% drop in its shares, stalling Wall Street's rally. The S&P 500 slipped 0.1% after nine weeks of gains.