The Nasdaq Composite reversed its recent downward trajectory on Friday, buoyed by a sharp pullback in oil prices.
The tech-heavy index had suffered four consecutive sessions of losses, weighed down by selling pressure in the technology sector and broader investor anxiety over escalating tensions in the Middle East.
The retreat in energy costs helped alleviate concerns about margin compression and inflationary pressures, allowing risk appetite to return to US equities.
In Amsterdam, the AEX index held its ground, maintaining the strength that had previously propelled it to new highs.
The Dutch benchmark has shown resilience despite the volatility in US markets, supported by a mix of defensive positioning and steady performance in key constituents.
The divergence between the two markets highlights the varying degrees of exposure to energy costs and geopolitical risk across European and US equities.