The S&P 500 experienced its first three-week losing streak in nearly a year, driven by rising geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran. These tensions pushed oil prices to multi-month highs, with Brent crude surpassing per barrel. The surge in energy costs weighed on equity markets, particularly sectors sensitive to higher input costs like industrials and consumer discretionary. Central banks' dovish policies and weak manufacturing data in China further compounded market anxieties. For traders, the volatility highlights the fragility of risk assets amid geopolitical risks. Energy markets remain in focus as OPEC+ supply decisions and U.S.-Iran relations could dictate near-term price direction. Investors should monitor upcoming Fed statements and regional conflict developments for potential market-moving signals.
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