The Dow Jones Industrial Average
After the EU announced the import ban, Iran reiterated threats to close the Strait of Hormuz. While the embargo will not likely have an effect on world prices, if Iran were to follow through on trying to block the Strait and a conflict arose, oil prices could skyrocket.
Leading the Dow down is Procter & Gamble
Runner-up loser is Travelers
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