On May 8, 2026, US stocks are experiencing a significant rise, with the S&P 500 climbing 0.5% towards an all-time high, following a report that US employers added 115,000 jobs last month, nearly double what economists anticipated. Despite the ongoing war with Iran, which has raised fuel costs and created uncertainty, the job market's resilience has kept investor sentiment positive. The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 118 points (0.2%), while the Nasdaq composite rose 0.8%. The market's upward trajectory is also attributed to strong corporate earnings, with companies like Monster Beverage and Akamai Technologies reporting better-than-expected profits. However, Brent crude oil prices remain volatile, currently at $99.97 per barrel, amid concerns over the conflict affecting oil supply routes. Treasury yields have eased, with the 10-year yield dropping to 4.35%, which may help lower borrowing costs for households and businesses. In contrast, stock markets in Europe and Asia experienced declines, highlighting a disparity in global market performance.