India, Sept. 21 -- U.S. stocks are up firmly in positive territory a little past noon on Monday, supported by lower Treasury yields and easing concerns about inflation due to a sharp drop in oil prices.

Oil prices fell sharply on hopes the diplomatic efforts by U.S. and Iran will help de-escalate tensions in the Middle East. Yield on 10-year US bond dropped below the 5 percent mark.

Tech stocks are up amid renewed optimism about outlook for large AI hyperscalers. Energy stocks are under pressure.

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