U.S. stock futures edged lower after a Friday rally, as investors weighed rising energy costs and geopolitical tension in the Gulf. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq futures all slipped, reflecting nervousness over the Strait of Hormuz and the potential for higher gasoline prices.

Energy Secretary Chris Wright told CNN that gasoline prices have probably peaked and will fall once the Iran conflict resolves. He added that U.S. gas averages $4.042 today and may not drop below $3 until later this year or next, and could ease market volatility for investors.

Wright warned that any new disruption of the Strait of Hormuz would trigger a sharp halt to Iranian energy exports and financial flows. He said the U.S. would stop all shipments and funds to Iran if the pipeline is blocked. This threat keeps oil on the rise and fuels market anxiety for traders worldwide.

The market reaction underscores how geopolitical risk can quickly translate into commodity price swings and stock volatility. Investors now monitor U.S. policy signals and Iranian actions closely, knowing that even a brief transit shutdown could push gasoline past $4 again. The current stance signals a cautious but firm U.S. approach to energy security for stakeholders.