Wall Street Falls as Oil Prices and Inflation Concerns Weigh on U.S. Markets

U.S. stock markets came under pressure as rising oil prices and renewed concerns over inflation triggered selling among investors. The Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all moved lower, reflecting increased caution across Wall Street. Higher energy costs could add to inflationary pressures, while investors are closely watching economic developments and interest-rate expectations for further clues about the market’s direction.