Stock Futures Flat amid Iran Tensions, Jobs Awaited
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- Stock futures remain flat as traders monitor U.S.-Iran tensions and await the April nonfarm payroll report.
- U.S. indices (Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq) slipped modestly while oil prices rose and AI‑related trading cooled.
- Iran hostilities renewed, prompting a decline in U.S. stock futures and keeping market participants focused on upcoming jobs data.
Why it matters: Oil producers gain from higher prices, while equity investors see modest losses as futures stay flat; the upcoming jobs numbers will set the tone for market direction, affecting risk appetite and portfolio allocations.
