US stock futures dipped on June 20, 2025, after former President Trump delayed a decision on military action against Iran. The geopolitical uncertainty rattled investor sentiment, though Bitcoin rose nearly 2% and Brent crude prices fell to $77 per barrel.
Gulf stock exchanges saw significant drops following an escalation in retaliatory air strikes between Iran and Israel. The conflict unnerved the region’s investors, prompting fears of disruptions to oil exports. Oil prices surged approximately 7% last week, triggering steep index losses—Saudi Arabia’s benchmark fell 1%, Qatar’s dropped 3.2%, and Kuwait plunged 4.6%. Egypt’s blue‑chip index declined 4.6%, marking its sharpest fall in more than a year
The U.S. Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady at 4.25%–4.50% during its upcoming June 17–18 meeting, despite political pressure and calls for cuts. Ongoing Middle East conflict-driven oil price hikes have raised inflation concerns, pushing the Fed to adopt a cautious approach. All eyes are on Chair Jerome Powell's remarks for future policy direction.
The cost of crude oil affects everything from the price of food at the supermarket to how much it costs to fill up your car.
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