NYSE:GPS 11 February 2026

March 25, 2026, 10:11 AM EDT. US stock futures for the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq gained 0.8% to 1% on March 25 amid optimism over potential US-Iran negotiations. President Trump said talks are ongoing and hinted at a pause in strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. The New York Times reported the US submitted a 15-point peace plan including nuclear disarmament and a ceasefire. Brent crude oil prices dropped over 10% to $93.45 per barrel, reflecting eased fears after the Strait of Hormuz closure disrupted global oil supply. Despite diplomatic signals, US troop deployments continue. Markets remain reactive to geopolitical shifts impacting energy and investor sentiment.