Traders on the New York Stock Exchange are feeling the pressure as stock futures showed little change Sunday night. Concerns about the situation in Iran are weighing heavily on the market. Major U.S. indexes experienced their fourth consecutive weekly decline last week.
Here’s a quick look at the futures: Dow Jones Industrial Average futures are holding steady, while S&P 500 futures dipped by 0.1% and Nasdaq-100 futures fell by 0.2%.
Tensions surrounding Iran have escalated as the conflict enters its fourth week. President Trump has threatened to attack Iranian power plants if the key shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Iran responded by threatening U.S. infrastructure, including energy facilities in the Gulf.
Amid these tensions, crude oil prices increased slightly. West Texas Intermediate futures rose by 0.5% to $98.73 per barrel, and Brent prices also saw a 0.5% bump, reaching $112.76.
Ben Emons, CIO and founder of Fed Watch Advisors, notes that Iran isn’t backing down. He warns that “risk-off sentiment could worsen” this week, especially with upcoming global PMI data.
The S&P Global Flash U.S. PMI report is set to release soon, which will provide insight into economic trends. Investors are also keeping a close watch on support levels, with the S&P 500 breaking below its 200-day moving average for the first time since May.
Last week was rough for the indexes: the Dow and Nasdaq dropped around 2% each, while the S&P 500 fell by 1.5%. For the Dow, this marks its first four-week losing streak since 2023.
In today’s climate, many investors are reconsidering their strategies. The shift toward cash as a safe asset may gain traction in the coming days.
For more on economic indicators and stock futures, you can check the S&P Global report.
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