Producers of metals, grains and other raw materials rose as traders rotated into high-risk sectors of the stock market.

Gold and silver futures rose as the U.S. dollar weakened.

A lasting retreat in oil prices would alleviate inflationary pressures and likely cause the dollar to weaken further against rival currencies.

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