Global investors reacted to the weekend strikes in the Middle East by selling U.S. stocks in futures markets. Some assets may benefit, however.

Global investors reacted to the weekend strikes in the Middle East by selling U.S. stocks in futures markets. Some assets may benefit, however.

Oil futures on Monday jumped by over 8%, with West Texas Intermediate futures and Brent trading at $72.52 and $79.04 per barrel respectively.