What’s Moving Markets This Week
The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to drive volatility across financial markets. We’re seeing a seesaw effect — markets improve as tensions appear to ease, then pull back sharply when threats or attacks escalate.
The Iranian Parliament Speaker stated this week that they would move against purchasers and holders of US Treasuries, tying those assets to the cost of the conflict. As of Monday afternoon, the Dow is surging on reports that the US and Iran have had productive talks — but the situation remains fluid and bears close watching.
