October 9, 2023

US markets bounce back after initial dip due to Israeli-Gaza conflict:

- Dow closes up 0.5% at 33,604.65

- S&P 500 rises 0.6% to 4,335.66

- Nasdaq gains 0.4% to 13,484.24

Defense-related companies surge:

- Lockheed Martin up 8.5%

- Northrop Grumman Corp up 11%

Gold and oil prices rise amid turmoil:

- Gold up $13.59 (0.74%) to $1,861.53

- West Texas Intermediate up 4.24% to $86.29

- Brent crude up 4.09% to $88.05

US Dollar Index edges up 0.03% to 106.08, while euro and yen experience mixed movements.