Pre-Market Report – Monday 20 July: US markets slip - Iran War escalates - SPI up - Oil up - US futures flat

Wall St fell Friday as a Chinese AI breakthrough rattled semis and oil rose after holding ground for the previous three sessions on further US-Iran escalation. Dow Jones down 407 points. S&P 500 down 1.01%, closing below its 50-day moving average. Nasdaq down 1.40%. Slightly better than futures yesterday were indicating. Russell 2000 down 0.42%. Mag7 down 1.78%. SOX down 1.63%, recovering from a 5.5% opening drop. VIX up 12.19%.ASX set for a good session today although escalation in the Middle East will not help.. SPI futures up 54 points or 0.62%.US futures flat currently - Korea to reopen - Japan closed.Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.