Oil Price Surge Drives US Stock Futures Down Amid Inflation Fears
US stock futures dipped on Monday following military clashes between the US and Iran that pushed up oil prices, fueling inflation anxiety.
The losses could set a tone for September, typically a weak month for equities, and heighten the stakes at the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting in September.
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's hawkish stance has raised expectations of a rate hike next month. Traders now see a nearly 60% chance of a rate increase, up from 41.4% just a week ago.