Equity markets climbed to fresh record highs as upbeat earnings forecasts from major companies lifted investor confidence worldwide. Oil prices and the Japanese yen both fell...
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August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
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Wall Street Extends Record Run as Oil Prices Stay Calm
U.S. stocks climbed in recent trading, building on fresh record highs as steady oil prices kept energy-driven inflation worries off the table for the moment. Major...
Falling Oil Prices Ease Inflation Fears on Wall Street, but Chip Stocks Weigh on Markets
A slide in crude oil prices gave U.S. stock investors some relief from inflation concerns in recent trading, though weakness in semiconductor shares kept the broader...
Asian Stocks Rise as Wall Street Gains Lift Sentiment Across the Region
Asian equity markets moved higher in early trading, drawing support from a positive session on Wall Street. Oil prices held steady, adding a measure of calm...