U.S. futures rebound as oil spikes amid Iran tension
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- U.S. stock futures reversed early losses on Sunday, with Dow Jones futures gaining over 140 points (0.3%) after an early 100‑point drop.
- West Texas Intermediate spiked to $102.57 per barrel before retreating to around $99, while Brent crude rose to $104 per barrel and fell back to similar levels; both have surged about 40% since the end of February’s US‑Israeli bombing campaign against Iran.
- Trump administration plans to announce a coalition of multiple countries to escort tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, per a Wall Street Journal report.
- Trump said he has “demanded” about seven countries send warships to protect oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran warned the United Arab Emirates to evacuate three major ports, indicating possible targeting.
- U.S. Marines are being moved, roughly 2,500 troops to the Middle East, raising the prospect of ground operations in Iran.
- International Energy Agency announced emergency oil reserves will be released, with 400 million barrels to be made available, and the United States will release about 172 million barrels this week.
Why it matters: Investors see higher oil prices tightening financial conditions, raising costs for consumers and businesses, while the Trump‑backed escort plan and IEA reserve releases aim to avert a supply shock that could further pressure markets. The move also signals heightened geopolitical risk, prompting traders to adjust exposure across energy, equities, and currencies.
