The U.S. stock market is showing a strong upward trend on the 4th (Korean Standard Time afternoon), driven by solid corporate earnings and expectations for stabilizing international oil prices. Investment sentiment toward risk assets has improved significantly, with major indices rising across the board, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq's gains standing out in particular.

As of the afternoon session (Korean Standard Time), the major index levels are as follows:

• Dow Jones Industrial Average: 53,747.88 (up 569.47 points, or 1.07% from the previous trading day)
• S&P 500 Index: 7,645.86 (up 45.37 points, or 0.60%)
• Nasdaq Composite Index: 26,222.25 (up 308.35 points, or 1.19%)
• Russell 2000 Index: 3,000.51 (up 18.60 points, or 0.62%)

The market analysis attributes the improved investor sentiment to a combination of positive macro factors, including major companies' earnings reports exceeding market expectations and stabilizing international oil prices. In particular, strong buying interest in tech stocks has made the Nasdaq's upward momentum more pronounced compared to other indices.

However, it should be noted that since the regular trading session in New York is currently ongoing, the indices and their fluctuation rates may change before the market closes.

[This article is provided as reference material for investment decisions and does not recommend the purchase or sale of any specific stock. The responsibility for stock investments lies with the investor. This article was written with AI assistance.]