Skip to content
Guavy Logo GUAVY
Sign up
Back to Guavy Wire
Commodities

Middle East Tensions Send U.S. Stock Futures Lower Amid Oil Price Spike

Guavy AI Editorial Team
Instruments
Oil
Share

U.S. stock futures declined on August 18 as tensions in the Middle East rose and oil prices increased, heightening inflation concerns.

The Nasdaq 100 index's futures were down by 1.11%, while the S&P 500 Index's futures fell by 0.54% at around 5:46 a.m. EDT.

Oil prices rose on August 18 as hopes for a quick U.S.-Iran deal faded, with Brent crude trading near $91.64 a barrel and WTI crude near $84.93 a barrel.

More on Commodities

Commodities just now

UK Grain Supplies and Yields Face Double Blow

Commodities 2m ago

India Unveils Incentive Scheme to Boost Domestic PNG Connections

Commodities 2m ago

Qatar and Turkey Vie for Egypt's First Onshore LNG Regasification Unit

Disclaimer: Guavy is a data and market intelligence provider, not an investment adviser. The information, signals, and market analysis provided by the Guavy API and related services are for informational purposes only and are not intended as financial advice, investment recommendations, or an endorsement of any particular trading strategy. Trading in volatile markets, including cryptocurrency, carries significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Users should consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions. Guavy makes no guarantee of trading profits or financial returns.

Guavy Logo GUAVY

Market sentiment intelligence for apps, funds & agents

Location

729 55 Ave SW
Calgary AB T2V 0G4
Canada

Navigate

Markets

Resources

© 2026 Guavy Inc

Terms Privacy Policy