https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/global-shares-are-mixed-and-us-futures-advance-while-oil-prices-fall-nearly-4Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/global-shares-are-mixed-and-us-futures-advance-while-oil-prices-fall-nearly-4https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/global-shares-are-mixed-and-us-futures-advance-while-oil-prices-fall-nearly-4#u176068Thu, 05 Nov 2026 02:21:20 +0000The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged more than 1,500 points, closing up 3% on Wednesday as investors reacted to a Democratic sweep of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections. US stocks rallied over 1.7% as the outcome eased fears of sharp policy shifts, though data center stocks fell on potential AI regulation. Simultaneously, oil prices fell sharply, with Brent oil dropping below $95 per barrel amid hopes for a US-Iran peace deal. Asian markets remain mixed, with the Nikkei Average expected to open around 63,050 yen on Thursday.Why it mattersThe midterm election results provide