US futures and Asian shares open lower, oil prices soar as US and Israeli attack Iran
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ELAINE KURTENBACHMarch 2, 2026 at 01:53 AM
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Following reported US and Israeli attacks on Iran, global markets reacted with volatility. Asian shares opened lower, with Japan's Nikkei 225 index initially dropping over 2% before recovering slightly. U.S. futures also fell sharply before moderating. Oil prices soared due to concerns about potential disruptions to supply from Iran and the Middle East, including attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Gold prices, considered a safe haven, rose significantly. Trading in South Korea was closed for a holiday.
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