US stocks hit fresh records as AI earnings rise and oil prices fall

US equity markets posted fresh all‑time highs on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 climbing 1.8% to a new peak, the Dow Jones Industrial Average adding 907 points (1.7%) to its record set the day before, and the Nasdaq Composite jumping 2.6%.

The moves pushed each major index above the levels they had reached in recent months, with the S&P 500 surpassing the prior all‑time high it set a few months earlier.

Analysts attributed the rally to continued profit growth for companies, particularly those benefiting from artificial‑intelligence (AI) applications, as well as a moderation in oil prices that reduced cost pressures.

The Dow’s record, established on Monday, was extended by the 907‑point gain, while the Nasdaq’s 2.6% rise reflected strong performance in technology and AI‑linked stocks.

The broader market sentiment suggests investors are pricing in sustained earnings momentum from AI‑related businesses and are relieved by the easing of commodity price volatility.

Oil prices have eased in recent sessions, a development that typically supports equity valuations by lowering input costs and improving profit margins across sectors.

Market participants will monitor upcoming earnings reports for confirmation that AI‑driven revenue streams remain robust, while keeping an eye on oil market dynamics that could influence future price action.