As Israel and Iran exchanged more attacks, stock markets mostly rose even as worries remained about possible oil supply interruptions.

Oil prices surged, stocks dropped and investors flocked to safe havens like gold on Friday after tensions between Israel and Iran escalated, stoking concerns of a broader conflict in the region.

While Wall Street futures signal a tentative recovery, markets remain hostage to geopolitical developments in the Middle East. Any fresh escalation — particularly around energy supply routes like the Strait of Hormuz — could reignite volatility and keep global investors on edge throughout the week.