The Dow and S&P 500 both notched record closes today, with the former settling above the psychologically significant 49,000 level for the first time ever. The Nasdaq enjoyed a triple-digit win as well, as AI stocks continued to boost the market with their strong start to 2026. Energy stocks also extended last session's gains following the U.S. capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

GROWING GEOPOLITICAL RISKS LIFT GOLD PRICES

Crude prices fell on supply uncertainty following the events in Venezuela. February-dated West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell 2%, or $1.19, to settle at $57.13 per barrel.

Safe-haven gold continued to rise amid mounting geopolitical risks. February-dated gold futures rose 1% to settle at $4,496.10.

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