US stocks slide as US-Iran clashes lift oil

9 sourcesUpdated Aug 31, 2026

Renewed U.S.-Iran clashes pushed oil prices higher and intensified inflation worries, weighing on stock markets. U.S. indices opened lower and declined broadly, with the Dow down about 0.5%, the S&P 500 around 0.3%, and the Nasdaq roughly 0.2%. Tech shares showed mixed performance, with Super Micro Computer among the losers while Nvidia managed a small gain, underscoring uneven sector dynamics amid geopolitical tensions. Oil-price spikes contributed to market volatility, with Brent trading near $88 and WTI above $86, highlighting potential inflationary pressures and a shifting Fed outlook. The market environment was further complicated by political rhetoric, including remarks from President Trump that heightened uncertainty.

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