Stock Market Today (March 17, 2026): S&P 500 Edges Higher as VIX Falls, Dollar Weakens, Oil Leads

S&P 500 rose +0.25% as VIX fell -4.85%, DXY softened, long Treasury yields eased, and WTI oil jumped +1.93%—a mild risk-on tape with Energy leading. S&P 500 rose +0.25% as VIX fell -4.85%, DXY softened, long Treasury yields eased, and WTI oil jumped +1.93%—a mild risk-on tape with Energy leading. # Stock Market Today (March 17, 2026): S&P 500 Edges Higher as VIX Falls, Dollar Weakens, Oil Leads