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    US futures and Asian shares open lower, oil prices soar as US and Israeli attack Iran

    Yahoo FinanceMarch 2, 2026 at 12:47 AMBearish1 min read

    Key Takeaways

    • 1US futures and Asian shares are down following reports of US/Israeli attacks on Iran.
    • 2Oil prices are soaring, indicating fears of supply disruption in the Middle East.
    • 3This escalation marks a significant increase in geopolitical tensions.

    Global markets are bracing for significant volatility after reported US and Israeli strikes on Iran, leading to a sharp decline in US futures and Asian equities. This geopolitical escalation is driving oil prices significantly higher due to supply concerns from the Middle East, a critical oil-producing region. Investors should prepare for increased risk aversion and potential inflationary pressures as energy costs surge.

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