Stocks Surge 1% While Oil Prices Drop 4.9% Amid Iran Peace Hopes

On May 25, 2026, stocks surged with the pan-European STOXX 600 climbing around 1% to 631.1, and Nasdaq futures up 1.4%. Oil prices fell significantly, with Brent crude down more than $5, approximately 4.9%, to $98.45 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate also declined by 4.9% to $91.67 per barrel. This market movement follows discussions around a potential deal to end the Iran war, although clarity on significant developments remains uncertain. Analysts predict oil prices may remain elevated post-conflict due to continued supply chain disruptions.