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Stock Market Week: Reaction To Iran, OPEC, Berkshire Earnings, Apple Event

ALAN R. ELLIOTT

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U.S. and Israeli military strikes against Iran escalated tensions in late February 2026, triggering market volatility as futures dipped amid fears of broader Middle East conflict disrupting global oil supplies. Major indices struggled in February, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq each recording seven declines in nine weeks, stalling at key resistance levels (7,000 and 10-week averages, respectively). A hotter-than-expected inflation report on February 27 sparked a Dow Jones sell-off, compounding investor anxiety over persistent price pressures and potential Fed policy shifts. Analysts warned of parallels between the current AI stock surge and the 1990s dot-com bubble, fueling fears of an overvalued tech sector facing a sharp correction. Berkshire Hathaway’s earnings and an upcoming Apple event were overshadowed by geopolitical risks, leaving markets focused on macroeconomic instability rather than corporate fundamentals.

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BREAKING: Futures Loom As U.S.-Israeli Attacks Continue; Iran Strikes At Mideast February ended with the S&P 500 logging its seventh slip in nine weeks this year, as it continues to grind along resistance at the 7,000 level and at its 10-week moving average. The Nasdaq is also down in seven of the past nine weeks, struggling stubbornly below resistance at its 10-week level. The Dow industrials, down in six of the… 2/27/2026 The stock market, including the Dow Jones, fell Friday as an inflation reading came in hot. President Trump issued an... 2/27/2026 The stock market, including the Dow Jones, fell Friday as... Fears of another tech collapse have grown as experts point to parallels between today's AI boom and the internet bubble of the 1990s. (© Gary Neill) Get instant access to exclusive stock lists, expert market analysis and powerful tools with 2 months of IBD Digital for only $20! Get market updates, educational videos, webinars, and stock analysis. Learn how you can make more money with IBD's investing tools, top-performing stock lists, and educational content. Information in Investor’s Business Daily is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, recommendation, solicitation, or rating to buy or sell securities. The information has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable, but we make no guarantee as to its accuracy, timeliness, or suitability, including with respect to information that appears in closed captioning. Historical investment performances are no indication or guarantee of future success or performance. Authors/presenters may own the stocks they discuss. We make no representations or warranties regarding the advisability of investing in any particular securities or utilizing any specific investment strategies. Information is subject to change without notice. For information on use of our services, please see our Terms of Use. *Real-time prices by Nasdaq Last Sale. Real-time quote and/or trade prices are not sourced from all markets. Ownership data provided by LSEG and Estimate data provided by FactSet. IBD, IBD Digital, IBD Live, IBD Weekly, Investor's Business Daily, Leaderboard, MarketDiem, MarketSurge and other marks are trademarks owned by Investor's Business Daily, LLC. ©2026 Investor’s Business Daily, LLC.

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