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Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Futures Edge Higher as Oil Prices Drop Following Volatile Trading Session

Mar 09, 2026 22:42 UTC
DOW, SPX, NQ, CL=F, ^VIX
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U.S. stock index futures advanced on Tuesday evening, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq-100 futures posting gains after a volatile day on Wall Street. Crude oil futures declined sharply, weighing on energy markets amid shifting supply expectations.

  • Dow Jones Industrial Average futures up 185 points (0.52%)
  • S&P 500 futures gained 15.8 points (0.37%)
  • Nasdaq-100 futures rose 87.5 points (0.62%)
  • Crude oil futures (CL=F) dropped 4.3% to $78.12/barrel
  • CBOE Volatility Index (^VIX) peaked at 21.4 before easing
  • Technology sector remained a key support for Nasdaq gains

U.S. equity futures rose in early evening trading, signaling a rebound after a turbulent session on Wall Street. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures climbed 185 points, or 0.52%, while the S&P 500 futures gained 15.8 points, or 0.37%. The Nasdaq-100 futures added 87.5 points, or 0.62%, reflecting renewed investor confidence in technology stocks. The move followed a day of sharp intraday swings, with the CBOE Volatility Index (^VIX) spiking to 21.4 before retreating, indicating elevated market uncertainty. Despite the volatility, equity futures stabilized in the red zone, suggesting that risk appetite improved after midday corrections. Energy markets exhibited a contrasting trend. Crude oil futures (CL=F) fell 4.3% to $78.12 per barrel, pressured by a combination of stronger-than-expected U.S. inventories and easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The decline weighed on major energy producers, though the broader market remained resilient. Market participants are closely watching upcoming economic data, including the March employment report and Fed policy commentary, which could shape sentiment in the coming days. Technology, a key driver of the Nasdaq’s gains, continues to attract capital amid ongoing AI-related investment trends.

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