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Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq decline as tech stocks struggle and oil prices jump on threat of war resuming in Iran - MarketWatch
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Christine Idzelis, Steve Goldstein, Jamie Chisholm, Nora Redmond
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The U.S. stock market experienced a decline as investors reacted to rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Concerns over potential Federal Reserve interest rate hikes and struggling tech stocks further pressured the major indices.
Why it matters
Market volatility driven by geopolitical instability and interest rate speculation directly impacts retirement accounts and broader economic stability.
The U.S stock market was under pressure Thursday, as investors monitored tensions in the Middle East and tech stocks struggled.
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