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Sign InAmid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, U.S. stock futures showed divergent performance on Tuesday morning. According to reports, Nasdaq 100 futures advanced while those linked to the Dow Jones and S&P 500 indices trended lower. President Trump added to the market's cautious tone by labeling the United States the 'Guardian' of the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime chokepoint.
This mixed sentiment occurs as investors pivot toward corporate catalysts, with specific focus on pre-market activity for JPMorgan and Tower Semiconductor. Geopolitical rhetoric regarding energy transit routes often triggers volatility; historically, analysts have noted that the Strait of Hormuz accounts for a significant portion of global oil transit, making any perceived threat a primary driver of risk premiums in equity markets (per market analysis).
Regarding current levels, 0Q1F.L stood at $334.33 (at close July 13, 2026), having traded within a daily range of $332.5 to $338.74. Market participants are now looking ahead to the release of the FOMC Minutes on July 8, 2026, for clues on monetary policy, followed by the U.S. Initial Jobless Claims data scheduled for July 9.