S&P 500 & West Texas Intermediate
53 shared events · Importance 30 · Last updated May 15, 2026
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International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 lost points, with its tech index being the worst performing sector, influenced by geopolitical events and earnings.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices have increased following the United States' decision to blockade Iranian ports, indicating market anxiety over potential supply shortages.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 fell 0.6% due to rising oil prices and war concerns, erasing its year-to-date gains.
West Texas Intermediate: The price for a barrel of benchmark U.S. crude (West Texas Intermediate) shot up 8.5% to $81.01 per barrel, its highest level since 2024, due to the war with Iran.
Mar 05, 2026 · 6 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 opened more than two percent higher, indicating positive market reaction to the de-escalation of tensions.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices slid by more than 15% after the ceasefire agreement, dropping below $100 a barrel, indicating a decrease in market tension.
Apr 08, 2026 · 28 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 futures edged higher, and the index erased war-driven losses, indicating investor optimism about the prospects of a peace deal.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have been highly volatile due to the conflict and the Strait of Hormuz blockade, reflecting market uncertainty and supply disruptions.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
Business
S&P 500: The S&P 500 fell 0.2% from its all-time high, reflecting fading enthusiasm over AI and technology stocks.
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark West Texas Intermediate crude fell 58 cents to $101.60 a barrel, remaining elevated due to the war with Iran.
May 13, 2026 · 6 articles
International
S&P 500: S&P 500 futures were off, showing investor apprehension ahead of the market restart due to the geopolitical situation and inflation concerns.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate futures bounced significantly, reflecting the market's reaction to the Gulf tensions and potential oil supply disruptions.
Apr 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
S&P 500: S&P 500 futures were lower, indicating a negative outlook for the United States stock market in response to the geopolitical uncertainty.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices jumped sharply due to the ongoing United States blockade and the seizure of an Iranian ship, reflecting the impact on oil supply.
Apr 20, 2026 · 7 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 experienced a record day, supported by cheaper oil prices and strong US earnings, reflecting a general boost in investor risk appetite.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate oil prices fell significantly due to hopes for an end to the Iran war and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, briefly dipping below $100 a barrel.
May 03, 2026 · 19 articles
International
S&P 500: S&P 500 futures slipped slightly due to the geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices, despite recent record highs driven by corporate earnings.
West Texas Intermediate: US crude (West Texas Intermediate) gained significantly, rising to nearly $100 a barrel, driven by the supply disruption caused by the Strait of Hormuz closure.
May 11, 2026 · 8 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 closed at record highs, reflecting investor optimism about a potential breakthrough in US-Iran negotiations.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices tumbled below $100 a barrel due to hopes of a de-escalation in tensions between the United States and Iran.
May 06, 2026 · 21 articles
Domestic
S&P 500: The S&P 500 advanced, moving above key technical levels, reflecting positive market sentiment driven by Middle East peace talks and strong performance in certain sectors.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices seesawed but settled higher, influenced by market anticipation of Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 01, 2026 · 14 articles
International
S&P 500: S&P 500 futures extended gains following reports of a potential US-Iran peace deal, reflecting market optimism about an end to the conflict and easing energy supply disruptions.
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude prices (West Texas Intermediate) plunged more than $13 to $88.88 per barrel on news of potential ceasefire.
May 06, 2026 · 98 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 experienced a drop from record highs due to fears over the US-Iran ceasefire, reflecting broader market concerns.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices fell after an initial surge, indicating market sensitivity to the escalating tensions in the Middle East and potential supply chain issues.
May 05, 2026 · 7 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 rose due to robust corporate earnings, with a significant percentage of companies beating EPS and revenue estimates, driven by AI-related spending.
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude (West Texas Intermediate) slid after an initial jump due to heightened worries about supply disruption from the Strait of Hormuz conflict, but remained well above $100 a barrel.
May 05, 2026 · 8 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 rose 0.2% to an all-time high, indicating positive performance on Wall Street despite global anxieties.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices rose by 91 cents to $98.98 a barrel and later by $1.57 to $99.64 a barrel, driven by the ongoing war with Iran.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 erased its losses and ended with a modest gain after news of a potential ceasefire.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices sank significantly due to the ceasefire and the expected reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
Domestic
S&P 500: The S&P 500 ended lower due to a retreat in chip stocks and uncertainty surrounding United States-Iran peace talks, despite a strong quarter of recovery driven by fundamentals.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate oil prices were trading up 2.6 percent after renewed hostilities broke out between the United States and Iran.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% and reached another all-time high.
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude prices were up 0.4% due to the ongoing Iran war.
May 14, 2026 · 7 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 hit an all-time high, indicating strong performance in the U.S. stock market.
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude prices rose, mirroring the increase in Brent crude due to geopolitical tensions affecting oil supply.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 ended at record highs, driven by strong earnings and economic data, particularly from tech firms.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate's June contract was slightly up, indicating an increase in oil prices amidst the Middle East crisis.
May 01, 2026 · 6 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 rose to new records, fueled by market optimism after a solid U.S. job market report despite Iran war shocks.
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude (West Texas Intermediate) was 4.7% higher at $99.89 a barrel, driven by the Iran war uncertainties and blockade of Iranian ports.
May 11, 2026 · 9 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 jumped to a new record high, driven by strong corporate earnings and the ceasefire extension, but its future performance is subject to geopolitical developments.
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude (West Texas Intermediate) prices also rose sharply, reflecting the global energy shock from the Iran war.
Apr 15, 2026 · 59 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 climbed to another all-time high, reflecting overall positive market performance in the United States.
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark US crude prices saw a slight decrease, despite the broader concerns about oil supply.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
International
S&P 500: S&P 500 futures were off, as Wednesday's surge ended, reflecting investor uncertainty.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude rose due to concerns over Middle East supply and restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting market unease.
Apr 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 held near its records as crude oil prices fell, indicating market optimism about a potential resolution to the Strait of Hormuz conflict.
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose due to renewed fighting and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting market concerns over oil supply disruptions.
May 04, 2026 · 139 articles
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