yahoo finance news shows biotech stocks outperforming, with Moderna up 7% after announcing a new vaccine platform partnership. Investor interest in innovative therapeutics may drive sector fundraising activity. Futures on Brent crude ( BZ=F ), the global benchmark for oil, are down more than 13.5% on the year, while futures on West Texas Intermediate crude ( CL=F ), the US benchmark, are down more than 14.5%. The US's Energy Information Administration only expects that trend to continue, forecasting that US oil production will decline by about 1% in 2026 as oil prices fall, while natural gas ( NG=F ) production will remain roughly flat. “It’s absolutely gorgeous,” Timpson said. “Being at a higher price point makes sense for new construction homes.” yahoo finance news highlights crude oil futures dipping 1.2% to $83.20 a barrel. Energy sector stocks showed mixed reactions, with ExxonMobil down 0.5%. Analysts predict near-term volatility tied to Middle East supply concerns.
