Stocks Rise Amid Oil Rally

U.S. stocks climbed as oil prices surged, driven by supply concerns and geopolitical tensions. The S&P 500 gained 1.2%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.1%. This upward trend reflects a robust market response to rising energy costs.

Intel Exceeds Earnings Expectations

Intel reported better-than-expected earnings, with a revenue of $20 billion, surpassing analysts’ estimates. The tech giant’s shares jumped 5% in after-hours trading, indicating renewed investor confidence amid ongoing challenges in the semiconductor industry.