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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