Trump delay of Iran bombing decision by two weeks puts U.S. markets into holding pattern

• Trump’s two-week delay on an Iran bombing decision has generated uncertainty that is holding investors (and businesses) back from making decisions. While the “fear index” dropped, U.S. markets still slid slightly in premarket trading.

Investors didn’t exactly breathe a sigh of relief after President Trump postponed a decision on bombing Iran for two weeks. U.S. stock futures dipped about 0.2% across the board after the Juneteenth holiday, reflecting unease not just over a potential war—but over indecision as well.