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US futures fall and oil prices surge after US hits Iranian sites in the Strait of Hormuz
Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk ELAINE KURTENBACH and MICHELLE CHAPMAN, Associated Press , as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· August 31, 2026
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Key points The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average futures both dropped, while Nasdaq futures also decreased. Oil prices have increased significantly, rising over 3%.
A military action has resulted in market fluctuations. Oil prices have increased significantly, rising over 3%. This change follows a strike on Iranian sites.
The impact on US markets is also being felt, with declines in key indices. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average futures both dropped, while Nasdaq futures also decreased.
Further information on the situation and its effects on the markets can be found through additional reporting, which provides more details on the events and their aftermath.
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Category: News Published: August 31, 2026 Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) Reading time: 1 min
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