# US stock futures slip as Middle East strikes stoke inflation fears

https://mins.news/en/item/38534

- Reuters, 2026-08-31 11:05 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/business/us-stock-index-futures-dip-middle-east-strikes-worsen-inflation-fears-2026-08-31/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a955fe32732d80001646a3e

> U.S. stock futures edged lower on Monday after military clashes between the United States and Iran pushed oil prices higher. The move fueled inflation concerns and strengthened expectations for a more hawkish interest-rate outlook.

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