US Stocks Fall as AI Concerns and Rising Oil Prices Impact Markets

U.S. equity markets declined, with major indices falling due to renewed investor concerns over the AI sector and a significant surge in oil prices. Brent crude spiked over 3% to $112 a barrel, linked to reports of potential U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, raising geopolitical conflict fears. Investors sought safety in U.S. Treasuries, lowering yields, while French government bonds also faced a sell-off amid sovereign debt sustainability concerns.