Dow futures soar 150 points: 5 things to know before market opens

US stock futures edged higher on Monday, even as investors kept a close eye on rising oil prices and bond market moves.

Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose nearly 150 points, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures surged 0.4% and 0.3%.

The uptick came despite a fresh climb in oil prices, which has remained a key concern for traders worried about inflation and economic drag.

Still, a mix of oversold conditions and shifting geopolitical rhetoric appeared to provide short-term support to risk sentiment.

5 things to know before Wall Street opens

1. The broader uncertainty in the markets remained high on Monday as US President Donald Trump is escalating the rhetoric on Iran.

In his recent remarks, Trump suggested the US could “take the oil” in Iran and even floated the idea of seizing key infrastructure such as Kharg Island.

The comments come as the regional conflict intensifies, with Iran, Israel, and US-aligned forces engaged in ongoing strikes.

2. The energy markets reacted sharply to Trump's remarks, with Brent crude surging above $115 per barrel amid fears of supply disruptions and potential escalation near key shipping routes.

Traders are increasingly focused on the risk to global oil flows, particularly through chokepoints like the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz.

The conflict has already triggered sharp volatility in energy markets, with oil prices climbing more than 50% in recent weeks.

3. US Treasury yields eased slightly on Monday as investors looked ahead to a packed week of economic data.

The monthly jobs report remains in focus this week.

The bond market has been volatile in recent sessions, with yields pulling back after a sharp run-up driven by inflation concerns and rising oil prices.

The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield hovered near the 4.4% mark, while shorter-dated yields also edged lower, reflecting a cautious shift in positioning.

This week’s economic calendar is expected to play a crucial role in shaping expectations around Federal Reserve policy.

4. Shares of Sysco slipped about 2% after the food distribution giant announced plans to acquire Jetro Restaurant Depot in a deal valued at $29.1 billion.

The move signals Sysco’s push to deepen its footprint in the wholesale and cash-and-carry segments, particularly among independent restaurants and small business operators.

The company said the transaction is expected to be “immediately accretive,” suggesting that the acquisition could boost earnings per share soon after closing.

5. Global markets started the week on a sharply divergent note, with Asia bearing the brunt of geopolitical stress while Europe showed relative resilience.

Japan’s Nikkei and South Korea’s Kospi both dropped steeply, reflecting concerns over energy supply disruptions in a region heavily dependent on imported oil.

In contrast, European markets were comparatively steady.

The pan-European STOXX 600 edged higher after recent losses, supported by gains in energy stocks as oil prices surged.