World shares mostly gain and oil prices slip as the US raises pressure on Iran — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/world-shares-mostly-gain-and-oil-prices-slip-as-the-us-raises-pressure-on-iranContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. US pressures Iran as global markets react to strikes and sanctionshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/world-shares-mostly-gain-and-oil-prices-slip-as-the-us-raises-pressure-on-iranhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/world-shares-mostly-gain-and-oil-prices-slip-as-the-us-raises-pressure-on-iran#u52931Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:05:22 +0000Global markets are volatile following a US strike on Iranian rocket launchers and new financial sanctions. While US stocks recently turned green after a speech by Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, Asian shares are mixed and US futures have declined due to potential interest rate hikes. In the Middle East, the US barred the UAE branch of Banque Misr from dollar systems over suspected Iranian transactions totaling $1.8 billion. Simultaneously, the US is pursuing greater control over Venezuelan oil ventures as Russia extends its diesel export ban through September 30.Why it mattersThe US is utilizing a comb S&P 500 nears record high as falling oil prices stabilize marketshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/world-shares-mostly-gain-and-oil-prices-slip-as-the-us-raises-pressure-on-iranhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/world-shares-mostly-gain-and-oil-prices-slip-as-the-us-raises-pressure-on-iran#u49280Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:11:18 +0000The S&P 500 rose 0.3% on Tuesday, moving closer to an all-time high established earlier this month. Lower oil prices supported stock prices and reduced volatility in the bond market. While global shares generally gained, U.S. futures declined ahead of upcoming economic growth data, inflation reports, and quarterly earnings from Nvidia. Investors view the chipmaker as a primary indicator for the artificial intelligence sector. This market activity occurs as the United States increases pressure on Iran.Why it mattersMarket stability currently depends on the balance between geopolitical tensi World shares mostly gain and oil prices slip as US raises pressure on Iranhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/world-shares-mostly-gain-and-oil-prices-slip-as-the-us-raises-pressure-on-iranhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/world-shares-mostly-gain-and-oil-prices-slip-as-the-us-raises-pressure-on-iran#u48509Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:01:39 +0000Global shares mostly rose while oil prices fell as the US increases pressure on Iran. US futures climbed, and shares in Europe and Asia saw mixed results. The Dow is set to open up, and market watchers are eyeing Nvidia results and the Iran threat.Why it mattersThe US has been raising pressure on Iran, which could impact global markets. The situation is being closely watched by traders, especially with potentially market-moving events like Nvidia's earnings report. The mixed finish of US stocks and the performance of Asian and European shares indicate a cautious market.What is confirmedSh