In international market news, Asian shares have seen a rise, driven by gains in the tech sector. This increase is largely attributed to the strong performance of major computer chipmakers in Japan and South Korea. Shares in these countries were mostly higher on Thursday, following positive earnings reports from US tech giants.

The surge in tech shares has had a notable impact on the overall market. Further details on the current market trends, including the decline in oil prices, are available from KSAT 12 news sources. Readers in Alamo Heights can refer to these sources for more information on the international market developments.