The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF closed down 0.2% after job loss data, but premarket shows a 0.3% increase. Trump’s blockade on oil tankers in Venezuela caused a 1.5% price spike in crude oil. WTI is over $56, Brent nearly $60. China revoking lithium mining permits raises metal prices.

Oracle shares drop 2% premarket due to Blue Owl Capital not supporting a $10 billion deal. China’s permit revocation boosts global lithium miners’ shares. Retirement savings doubled by one simple habit, not stock picking. Report says 5 minutes could help retire earlier than expected.

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