stagflation

S&P 500 fell 1.36% Wednesday on hot inflation data. Traders bet 55% odds of lower opening Thursday amid Middle East tensions, oil above $111, and key economic data ahead.

U.S. lost 92,000 jobs in February as oil prices surge amid Iran tensions, triggering stagflation concerns. History shows all major oil shocks since 1970 preceded bear markets in the S&P 500.

U.S. GDP revised down to 0.7% while inflation holds at 3.1%, reigniting stagflation concerns as markets trade mixed. Tech and retail stocks decline on weak guidance.

Micron stock falls 2.8% amid geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns, despite being up 357% annually on AI chip strength.

Oil prices spike above $100 amid Iran tensions, threatening growth as weak February job losses and rising energy costs squeeze consumer spending and limit Fed flexibility.

S&P 500 hits lowest level since November amid stagflation fears, weak growth, and surging oil prices driven by Iran conflict tensions.

Michael Burry warns that Trump faces political vulnerability as oil surges 50% and equity markets decline amid Iran tensions, risking dangerous escalation.

U.S. stock futures tumbled as crude oil surged 13-15% amid Iran tensions. Hims & Hers soared 49% on Novo Nordisk settlement; UniQure gained 36% on FDA clarity.

JPMorgan and Gary Black urge buying dips, projecting $310 S&P 500 earnings by end-2026. Mohamed El-Erian warns of stagflation risks from oil shocks and Fed policy constraints.