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Stock Market Today: Dow Opens Lower, Oil Nears $100

US equities rose sharply on Friday, ending a four-session losing streak despite August consumer price data showing a 0.4% increase. The Dow gained 1.23%, the S&P 500 climbed 1.05%, and the Nasdaq rose 1.08%. Broad gains were led by megacap stocks as falling oil prices lifted investor sentiment. However, the inflation data has increased the probability of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike in September, with some estimates placing the odds at 90%.

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What changed

US stock indexes reversed a four-day skid on Friday following the release of August inflation data and a drop in oil prices.

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  1. US Stocks Snap Four-Day Decline as Oil Prices Fall

    US equities rose sharply on Friday, ending a four-session losing streak despite August consumer price data showing a 0.4% increase. The Dow gained 1.23%, the S&P 500 climbed 1.05%, and the Nasdaq rose 1.08%. Broad gains were led by megacap stocks as falling oil prices lifted investor sentiment. However, the inflation data has increased the probability of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike in September, with some estimates placing the odds at 90%.

    Why it matters

    Markets previously faced pressure from Treasury yields nearing 5% and geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran. Investors are weighing sticky inflation against the Federal Reserve's upcoming monetary policy decisions. The ECB recently raised interest rates by 25 basis points.

    What is confirmed

    • The Dow gained 1.23%, the S&P 500 rose 1.05%, and the Nasdaq increased 1.08% on Friday.
    • August inflation data showed consumer prices increased 0.4%.
    • US stocks ended a four-day losing streak on Friday.
    • Falling oil prices supported market sentiment on Friday.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Markets have priced in a September rate hike with at least two more over the next year.

    What to watch next

    • FOMC interest rate decision
    • Further US inflation data
    • Developments in Middle East tensions
    Sources used for this update (8)
    1. www.cnbc.com — Stock futures edge higher as key consumer inflation report looms ahead: Live updates
    2. economictimes.indiatimes.com — Dow Jones| Nasdaq | S&P 500 | US Stock Market Today |Live Updates: US stocks climb as inflation data, falling oil lift sentiment
    3. www.marketscreener.com — EMEA Morning Briefing : Bond Selloff Puts 10-Year Treasury Yield on Cusp of 5%
    4. pro.thestreet.com — Stocks Snap Four-Day Skid Despite Hot CPI, Attention Turns to the FOMC
    5. investinglive.com — investingLive Americas FX news wrap 11 Sept: US CPI raises odds for Fed rate hike
    6. www.marketscreener.com — Rate hikes are a no-brainer for central banks
    7. www.bnnbloomberg.ca — TSX rises on tech strength, U.S. stock markets also climb
    8. hdfcsky.com — Oracle’s Cloud Surge, $60 Billion Qualcomm-Amazon AI Deal and GE Aerospace Acquisition Lead Busy Week
    confidence 95%

  2. US Stocks Slide Fourth Day as Brent Crude Tops $100

    US stock indexes fell for a fourth straight session as Brent crude oil prices surpassed $100 per barrel. On Wednesday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 320 points, the Nasdaq composite fell 0.5%, and the S&P 500 declined 0.3%. Markets remain under pressure from rising Treasury yields and geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran. Investors are now focusing on US inflation data to determine the Federal Reserve's interest rate path for September, with some reports indicating PPI data has raised rate-hike odds to 70%.

    Why it matters

    Brent crude's climb above $100 is driven by escalating US-Iran tensions. This energy price surge, combined with Treasury yields hitting 4.92%, creates a volatile environment for both US and Indian equities. The Federal Reserve's upcoming decision on interest rates depends heavily on pending inflation reports.

    What is confirmed

    • Brent crude oil prices rose above $100 per barrel.
    • The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 320 points on Wednesday.
    • The Nasdaq composite fell 0.5% on Wednesday.
    • The S&P 500 dropped 0.3% on Wednesday.
    • US stock indexes declined for four straight days.

    Still unconfirmed

    • PPI data has increased September rate-hike odds to 70%.
    • The 10-year Treasury yield reached 4.92%.
    • American Eagle shares fell sharply in premarket trading.
    • Oil prices topped $105.

    What to watch next

    • Friday's Consumer Price Index (CPI) report
    • Federal Reserve interest rate decision for September
    Sources used for this update (7)
    1. finance.yahoo.com — Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures hold steady as oil prices near $100
    2. economictimes.indiatimes.com — Dow Jones| Nasdaq | S&P 500 | US Stock Market Today |Live Updates: Dow Jones falls 300 points as oil price crosess $100
    3. www.thehindubusinessline.com — Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Sensex, Nifty open lower as rising oil prices, US yields pressure sentiment
    4. economictimes.indiatimes.com — Dow Jones| Nasdaq | S&P 500 | US Stock Market Today |Live Updates: US stocks slip, oil tops $105 as markets await U.S. inflation data
    5. www.fxempire.com — S&P500 and Nasdaq Index: $100 Oil, 4.9% Yields Put Sellers in Control
    6. www.newsx.com — Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty Open Higher Despite Brent Crude Crossing USD 100; What Investors Should Know
    7. finance.yahoo.com — Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq fall for fourth straight day as bond yields jump, oil stays above $100
    confidence 90%

  3. Global Stocks Slip as Crude Nears $100 and Inflation Fears Mount

    Major UnitedSates stock indexes opened lower to start the holiday-shortened week, driven by Brent crude pushing toward $100 a barrel amid escalating Middle East tensions. The Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled 1%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also dropped. Pharmaceutical stocks, including Amgen, weighed heavily on the Dow, and software makers like Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Intuit declined over artificial intelligence disruption worries. Overseas, Indian benchmark indices such as the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 followed the global downturn in early trade, impacted by the rising cost of crude and local liquidity pressures.

    Why it matters

    The surge in energy prices toward the $100 threshold revives global inflation anxiety just as traders prepare for a Federal Reserve policy meeting and upcoming United States inflation data. Markets are also weighing bets on a September Federal Reserve rate hike alongside artificial intelligence worries impacting the software sector.

    What is confirmed

    • The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1 percent, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq dropped as Brent crude edged toward $100 a barrel.
    • Amgen weighed on the Dow, and software makers such as Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Intuit slid on concerns over artificial intelligence disruption.
    • The 30-share BSE Sensex fell 524.53 points to 75,053.05 and the Nifty 50 declined 150.65 points to 23,484.45 in early trade.
    • The Indian rupee fell 21 paise against the United States dollar.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Rising oil prices and Middle East tensions are driven by an active US-Iran-Israel war and Hormuz deal developments.
    • An initial public offering rush on Dalal Street is draining local market liquidity.

    What to watch next

    • Upcoming United States inflation data releases
    • The upcoming Federal Reserve policy meeting and interest rate decisions
    • Further movements in Brent crude oil prices and Middle East geopolitical developments
    Sources used for this update (10)
    1. WSJ — Stock Market Today: Dow Futures Sink, Oil Climbs
    2. MarketWatch — Stock Market Today: Dow tumbles 1%, S&P 500 and Nasdaq drop as Brent crude edges toward $100 a barrel and pharma stocks stumble
    3. Barchart.com — Stock Index Futures Mixed as Oil Nears $100, U.S. Inflation Data Awaited
    4. Barron's — S&P 500 Futures Decline in Premarket Trading; Roivant Sciences, Bloom Energy Lead
    5. Investopedia — Stock Market Today: Indexes Pull Back to Start Holiday-Shortened Week as Oil Prices Rise; Amgen Weighs on Dow
    6. www.livemint.com — US market prediction: S&P 500, Dow futures slip as Middle East tensions push oil towards $100
    7. economictimes.indiatimes.com — Dow Jones| Nasdaq | S&P 500 | US Stock Market Today |Highlights: S&P 500 ends lower as AI worries hit software makers amid inflation, oil rise
    8. www.zeebiz.com — Stock Market Today: Sensex falls 525 points, Nifty below 23,550 as oil nears $100 - IT stocks drag
    9. www.newsx.com — Stock Market Today: Dalal Street Falls As Crude Nears $100, IPO Rush Drains Liquidity
    10. timesofindia.indiatimes.com — Stock Market Today Live Updates: Rupee falls 21 paise against US dollar
    confidence 90%