
Stock futures plunged earlier in the week as U.S. crude neared $120 a barrel amid the U.S.-Iran conflict, highlighting recession risks from higher energy costs. The reported U.S. seizure of an Iranian-flagged cargo ship and associated military action renewed those fears, contributing to further sharp Dow-futures moves and persistent market fragility. Oil has remained elevated and futures continue to swing with each political and diplomatic signal.
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