US Stocks Fall as Oil Prices Surge Past $100 Amid Geopolitical Tensions
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The US stock market closed lower on October 23, 2026, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping 652.82 points (-1.23%) to 52,215.16. Selling pressure broadened beyond AI-related sectors as crude oil prices in the US breached $100 per barrel, driven by concerns over renewed conflict between the US and Iran. European markets also closed negative. Defensive stocks faced pressure, while telecom and energy sectors showed mixed performance. Economic data included a slight rise in the initial manufacturing PMI to 56 and a drop in consumer confidence to 48.0.
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