Another slip in crude oil prices.
They fell about 1% on Thursday, largely due to reports the U.S. and Israel might try to resume talks for a possible ceasefire in Gaza.
According to Reuters, prices were up more than $1 a barrel due to concerns the fighting in the Middle East might result in oil supply disruptions.
West Texas Intermediate crude, the U.S. benchmark, dropped 58 cents or 0.8% to settle at $70.19 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange.
Brent crude, the standard worldwide, finished down 58 cents or 0.85 as well and closed at $74.38 a bararel.
Oklahoma energy stocks enjoyed a positive trading day with gains for most, ranging from less than 1% to more than 2%.