U.S. stocks edge higher as the interim Iran‑U.S. deal sends oil back toward pre‑war levels. Prices at the pump slipped below $4 a gallon, the first time AAA reported such a dip since the war began. The deal eases geopolitical risk, nudging investors toward tech names that had stalled after the Fed’s sharper rate‑hike outlook for the day.

Pre‑market flows favor chip makers and AI‑linked firms as traders reassess the Fed’s timeline. Space X shares lift after a one‑day slide, while other semiconductor names rally on the expectation of higher demand from cloud and data‑center expansions. The market’s shift signals renewed confidence in growth sectors despite tightening monetary policy for investors seeking upside and better returns in volatile markets.

Meanwhile, the Bank of England is slated to keep rates unchanged, a move that could temper global liquidity. Oil’s retreat lifts U.S. equity valuations, while lower gasoline costs reduce household expenses, boosting consumer spending. Together, these shifts sharpen the case for a market rebound, anchoring gains in technology and energy sectors for investors eyeing short‑term gains and extra liquidity.