Oil prices surge amid U.S.-Iran escalation while stock markets remain cautious; tech giants and geopolitical tensions dominate investor focus this week.

Oil prices rose significantly as fighting between U.S. and Iran intensifies in the Middle East, while U.S. stock-index futures remained relatively flat as investors await key technology earnings reports this week.

The 'Magnificent Seven' tech stocks including Apple, Amazon, and Nvidia are showing signs of recovery and could provide the catalyst needed to revive what has been a sluggish stock market performance.

Mortgage and refinance interest rates moved higher last week as geopolitical tensions with Iran escalated, affecting borrowing costs for consumers seeking home financing.

Natural gas rallied sharply due to geopolitical tensions, with Venture Global (VG) stock soaring as investors seek energy security amid the U.S.-Iran conflict.

Trump Media (DJT) climbed on new paid early-access features to market-moving posts, indicating investor interest in alternative social media and information platforms.

A major car dealer announced it is cutting 40% of its locations and issued a serious warning, signaling potential challenges in the automotive retail sector.

CD rates currently offer up to 4.10% APY, providing attractive options for savers seeking fixed-income investments amid economic uncertainty.

AI sector expectations continue to hit a fever pitch as investors assess the long-term viability and profitability of artificial intelligence investments in their portfolios.

Personal finance concerns are mounting with credit-card debt reaching crisis levels for many Americans, prompting increased interest in bankruptcy filings and credit counseling services.