Dow and S&P 500 futures decline as U.S.-Iran strikes escalate tensions, raising geopolitical risk before market open.
U.S. stock index futures fell early Wednesday as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East intensified. Dow futures dropped 0.44%, while S&P 500 futures also retreated following reports of fresh military strikes between the U.S. and Iran, jeopardizing a fragile truce.
The decline follows a period of relative calm in the region, with markets previously pricing in reduced conflict risk. Prior sessions saw modest gains in equities, though geopolitical risks remained a key concern for investors.
No immediate market reaction details were provided, but the move signals heightened caution among traders ahead of the opening bell.