US Stocks Fall as 10Y Yield Nears 5.34%, Oil Rises on Mideast Stalemate

US equities declined across the board as the 10-year Treasury yield hovered near 5.34%, up from 5.29%, reflecting persistent inflationary pressures. Rising oil prices, driven by lack of diplomatic progress in the Middle East conflict, added to risk-off sentiment. The move signals continued market stress from high rates and geopolitical uncertainty.