US stock futures drop as fading Iran peace hopes lift oil, bond yields

U.S. stock index futures slipped on Tuesday, with oil holding near recent highs and government ​bond yields hitting multi-year peaks as chances of a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran waned, rekindling inflation ‌concerns.

Aug 18, 2026 - 15:00
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US stock futures drop as fading Iran peace hopes lift oil, bond yields
U.S. stock index futures slipped on Tuesday, with oil holding near recent highs and government ​bond yields hitting multi-year peaks as chances of a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran waned, rekindling inflation ‌concerns.

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