Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dismisses the idea of intervening in oil futures.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appeared on “Morning with Maria” to talk about various pressing issues, including the Iran conflict, soaring oil prices, and the overall uncertainty in the markets, particularly regarding the Federal Reserve and Jerome Powell’s future role. He emphasized that his department would not interfere with the oil futures market, despite the U.S. […]
Stock futures decline after Dow reaches new low for 2026: Latest updates
Market Update: U.S. Stock Futures Dip Amid Inflation Concerns As the trading session began on March 18, 2026, traders were busy on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, reacting to the latest developments in the stock market. In the futures market, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped to a new low, reflecting growing […]
Stock futures remain steady as traders anticipate the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision: Live updates
Market Update Traders on the New York Stock Exchange kept a close eye on developments as stock futures hovered near stability on Tuesday evening, with anticipation building around the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision. Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped by 39 points, or 0.08%. S&P 500 futures saw a slight decline […]
S&P 500 futures remain relatively stable after key indexes rise due to falling oil prices: Live updates
Market Overview On Monday night, S&P 500 futures were moving sideways after a rebound in major market averages, which benefited from a decline in oil prices. The S&P 500 saw a slight dip of 0.1%, while Nasdaq 100 futures dropped nearly 0.2%. Additionally, futures related to the Dow Jones Industrial Average decreased by 47 points, […]
Stock futures dip as U.S. oil exceeds $100 while S&P 500 faces a three-week decline: Live updates
Traders were active on the New York Stock Exchange on the morning of March 10, 2026, in New York City. Stock futures showed a slight increase as Wall Street attempted to bounce back from another tough week, with investors keeping a close watch on oil prices and the latest updates regarding the conflict between the […]
Futures Market Misinterprets the Hormuz Oil Shock – Today’s Crude Oil Prices
Oil Market Disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz Closure The paper oil futures market seems to be underestimating the significant disruptions caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which is impacting global crude oil and fuel supplies. Earlier this week, crude oil futures briefly surged to $119 per barrel but have since dropped […]
S&P 500 futures remain steady as important inflation data nears; traders watch oil prices and the situation in Iran: Live updates
Market Update: Stock Futures and Oil Prices As traders gear up for MDA Space Inc.’s launch on the New York Stock Exchange, stock futures ticked up slightly on Thursday evening, amidst anticipation of critical inflation data. This awaited report comes at a time when rising oil prices, spurred by ongoing tensions following the Iran war, […]
Stock futures decline as traders monitor oil prices and the Iran conflict for economic impact: Live updates
Stock Market Update: Futures Decline Amid Rising Oil Prices Traders on the New York Stock Exchange experienced a drop in stock futures late Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average reflected growing concerns, as oil prices surged, marking a downturn for the second consecutive day. Specifically, Dow futures declined by 407 points, which is close to […]
US futures and Asian stocks decline while oil prices rise amid US and Israeli actions against Iran
Market Reactions to U.S. and Israeli Strikes on Iran BANGKOK — The recent military actions by the U.S. and Israel against Iran have stirred global markets, leading to an initial drop of over 1% in U.S. futures prices, while oil prices spiked, although both trends moderated as the trading day progressed. In Bangkok, by late […]
Dow futures fall 500 points as oil prices surge after U.S. strike on Iran: Live updates
Market Response to Recent U.S.-Israeli Actions Stock futures took a hit during overnight trading after the U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran over the weekend. This spike in tension sent oil prices skyrocketing, adding yet another layer of worry for stock investors already on edge about the Middle East’s volatile situation. The Dow Jones […]