World shares are mixed and Mideast tensions push Brent crude past $98

Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Elaine Kurtenbach, Associated Press, KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · July 23, 2026 · 3 min read

European shares mostly fell and Asian shares advanced on Thursday, while the intensifying war with Iran pushed Brent crude to over $98 a barrel. The futures for the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.4%. Germany's DAX lost 0.6% to 24,999.26 in early trading and the CAC 40 in P...

Why this matters in The San Antonio

San Antonio's own thriving tech industry, with its growing number of startups and established companies, is closely tied to the fluctuations in the global market, particularly in the artificial intelligence sector. As investors watch the performance of AI-related stocks, local businesses and entrepreneurs are also feeling the effects. The recent gains in Asian shares, led by technology companies, may signal a boost to San Antonio's own tech scene, where companies are investing heavily in AI research and development. However, the decline in U.S. futures and the volatility of AI stocks on Wall Street may also indicate a cautious approach to investment in the local tech industry. As the city continues to position itself as a hub for innovation and technology, the performance of the global market will be closely watched by local business leaders and investors.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 3 min

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World shares are mixed and Mideast tensions push Brent crude past $98

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