Stock futures give up gains as Brent crude climbs
Stock futures have given up gains as Brent crude oil prices climb, despite President Trump's move to pause strikes on Iran's energy sector. Global economic concerns, including trade tensions and inflation worries, continue to impact markets and investor confidence.
Stock futures are down slightly due to rising Brent crude oil prices. President Trump has paused strikes on Iran's energy sector for another 10 days. China has initiated probes into US trade practices, alleging disruptions to global supply chains. The Bank of Japan sees room for monetary tightening as the natural interest rate rises. Australian LNG plants have suffered outages due to a cyclone, adding pressure to the market. The Federal Reserve is expected to reduce its Treasury purchases after mid-April.
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