Oil prices are rising as the Strait of Hormuz remains shut. Analysts are watching for weekend developments in the ongoing war. The US has issued a license for countries to buy Russian oil, aiming to stabilize markets. The US and International Energy Agency plan to release oil from reserves. Concerns grow about potential damage to oil infrastructure.
US stocks today: US stocks end lower as Iran tensions dampen risk appetite; chipmakers drop
Tech stocks dragged Wall Street lower as escalating US Iran tensions and a renewed blockade lifted oil prices and dented risk appetite. Nasdaq led losses