Express delivery of pre-market news on US stocks

1. The three major stock index futures of the US all fell, with the Dow Jones futures dropping 0.39%, the S&P 500 index futures falling 0.37%, and the Nasdaq futures fluctuating by 0.66%. 2. The Germany DAX index fell by 0.01%, the UK FTSE 100 index dropped by 0.61%, the France CAC 40 index decreased by 1.00%, and the European Stoxx 50 index fell by 0.61%. 3. WTI crude oil fell by 0.71%, reaching $69.01 per barrel. Brent crude oil dropped by 1.06%, reaching $72.18 per barrel. 4. Reports suggest that Iran is determined to charge a "toll" for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, possibly starting in mid-August. 5. Iran has stated that they will initiate negotiations for a final agreement with the US at the appropriate time. 6. The top official in charge of monetary affairs in Japan hinted that foreign exchange intervention is an effective strategy, and emphasized close communication with Washington on currency issues. 7. Microsoft surged 1.5% in pre-market trading, reportedly preparing for a new round of layoffs. 8. Oklo rose by 4.3% in pre-market trading after the US Department of Energy approved the final safety analysis for the company's Groves isotope test reactor. 9. Lockheed Martin increased by 1.8% in pre-market trading after Citigroup upgraded its rating from neutral to buy.