US stocks rise on Friday as Microsoft and AI shares lead, oil prices and Treasury yields spark caution

US equities closed higher on Friday as Microsoft shares and other AI‑focused technology stocks pushed the market up. The rally came despite week‑long investor unease caused by climbing oil prices and rising yields on US Treasury bonds. Analysts said the higher oil cost and stronger Treasury yields kept markets cautious through the week. Various sectors are now being examined for how artificial‑intelligence advances could affect their growth prospects. Traders also priced in the chance that the Federal Reserve may raise its benchmark interest rate in October. The market snapshot was taken at 01:24 AM IST on 26 September 2026. While the gains were led by the tech rally, the broader sentiment remained mixed because of the lingering concerns over energy prices and monetary policy. Investors will watch upcoming earnings and Fed signals for clues on whether the upward trend can hold.