U.S. stocks finish sharply higher, helped by CPI data and plunging bond yields
The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 finished...
The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 finished with a third straight day of gains on Wednesday, after December's consumer-price index sparked a relief rally and the biggest plunge in Treasury yields seen in months.
The CPI report, which contained a softer-than-expected monthly core reading, prompted traders to slightly boost their expectations for a quarter-point interest-rate cut from the Federal Reserve by June, as well as a total of two cuts by year-end.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed up by 1.7% at around 43,221, based on preliminary data.
The S&P 500 finished higher by 1.8% at roughly 5,949.
The Nasdaq Composite ended up by 2.5% at around 19,511. It was the Nasdaq's first gain in the past six sessions.
Oil prices edged higher during early trading on fears of supply constraints...
Oil prices edged higher during early trading on fears of supply constraints following the announcement of further sanctions on Russian tankers. Uncertainty over the full impact of the measures, however, capped gains. Brent crude futures climbed to $80.21 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude rose to $77.83, putting both benchmarks on track for modest weekly gains.
EIA: Oil glut to widen in 2026 as US, OPEC boost output
Global oil markets are projected to see an oversupply of 800,000 barrels...
Global oil markets are projected to see an oversupply of 800,000 barrels per day in 2026, driven by increased output from the US, OPEC nations, Canada and Guyana, according to the Energy Information Administration. While demand from India and China is expected to rise, slower US output growth and declining consumption in OECD countries will contribute to the glut.
Formentera Joins EOG in Wildcatting South Texas' Oily Pearsall Pay
Over a decade ago, the Pearsall Shale, underlying the...
Over a decade ago, the Pearsall Shale, underlying the Eagle Ford in south-central Texas, was rumored to be a burgeoning oil play. Today, the verdict on its potential remains inconclusive. According to Bryan Sheffield, managing partner at Formentera Partners, while initial tests from the early 2010s demonstrated the ability of wildcatters to extract liquids from horizontal wells within the Pearsall, the estimated ultimate recoveries (EURs) were not economically viable. The early extraction efforts used the best fracturing techniques available at the time, which typically involved laterals of a mile or less.
This is further supported by actions from major industry players like EOG Resources, who are actively leasing in the area, indicating a renewed interest in the region's potential.
Israel and Hamas reportedly agreed in principle to ceasefire and hostage deal
According to CBS News, both sides agreed to a ...
According to CBS News, both sides agreed to a draft deal that could be finalized by the end of the week. The Israeli government would still need to vote to approve it, though parties have already “begun drafting public statements of success and hopes are high on all sides,” CBS reported. The deal would reportedly initiate a 42-day ceasefire, during which Hamas would release dozens of hostages and Israel would release Palestinians from its prisons. Biden administration officials helped negotiate the deal, though it would be left to the Trump White House to oversee its implementation.
