Dow Futures Climb as Oil Prices Surge; Snowflake, Victoria's Secret Movers

Dow Jones futures showed gains in premarket trading on Thursday, September 3, 2026, tracking a broader market uptick. S&P futures rose 0.07%, Dow futures gained 0.23%, and Nasdaq futures dipped slightly by 0.06%. The VIX saw a minor increase of 0.39% to 15.26.

Energy markets are a key focus, with crude oil prices climbing 1.68% to $92.54 per barrel for October delivery. This rise in oil prices contributes to ongoing inflation discussions and impacts global commodity markets. Gold also saw a significant rise, up 1.50%, as investors sought safe-haven assets.

Individual stock movers include Snowflake ($SNOW+WL), which fell 4.37%, and Victoria's Secret (VSCO), though its specific move was not detailed in the provided facts. Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) experienced a slight decline of 0.66%. Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) saw a notable gain of 2.47%.

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) is also on watch with its Cybertruck event scheduled. The company has previously adjusted pricing on its Cybertruck models, a strategy that could influence demand and investor sentiment.

### Story Arc / How We Got Here This market action follows a period of price adjustments for Tesla's Cybertruck. On August 26, 2026, Tesla increased prices on its Dual Motor and Premium All-Wheel Drive Cybertruck models. This move narrowed the price gap between trim levels, potentially influencing buyer choices toward higher-end configurations but also raising questions about demand elasticity in the face of increased costs. For prior coverage, see: /explore/tesla-cybertruck-prices-rise-narrowing-upgrade-path.