Stock Index Futures Drop Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
Stock index futures fell on Monday as tensions in the Middle East escalated following a U.S. military strike targeting two Iranian launchers near Larak Island, close to the Strait of Hormuz. The move raised concerns about regional stability and potential disruptions to global oil supplies. The decline was reflected across major indices with Dow futures down 0.16% and S&P 500 futures also lower. Investors are closely watching developments in the region due to its strategic importance for international trade, particularly energy exports from the Gulf.
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