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Senator Paul criticizes $700B Iran war spending, warning the $2 trillion deficit poses greater economic threat. Proposes 6% annual spending cuts to balance budget in five years.

U.S. stock futures rise on Iran deal optimism; Sana Biotech surges 20% on Mayo Clinic partnership while energy inflation concerns persist.

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U.S. inflation hit a 4-year high in March 2026 amid Iran war energy shock, limiting Fed's ability to cut rates despite contained core inflation.

American households reach record 25.63% equity exposure via passive investing, exceeding Dot-Com bubble levels and creating potential market fragility.

Federal Reserve research confirms Trump's 2025 tariffs caused 3.1% core goods inflation spike with complete consumer pass-through, contributing 0.8% to broader core PCE.

Stock futures fell Friday on Iran-Israel tensions and pre-CPI anxiety as crude oil surged to $100/barrel. Taiwan Semiconductor and select tech stocks found support amid broader weakness.

Trump warns of renewed military action if Iran ceasefire breaks down, as U.S. markets surge 2-3% on de-escalation hopes amid regional tensions.

U.S. stock futures declined amid Iran ceasefire accusations. Trump vows weapons remain deployed. Fed expected to hold rates; Arrive AI surges 30.51% on patents.

Fed pivots toward labor market concerns as job gains weaken and geopolitical tensions mount, signaling potential rate cut path ahead despite lingering inflation.

US-Iran ceasefire sparks 2.4% Dow jump and 2.35% S&P 500 futures surge. Crude oil plummets 15% as geopolitical tensions ease amid bullish April seasonality.

U.S. stock futures climb as investors await Trump's Iran policy deadline. UnitedHealth surges on Medicare rates; Silo Pharma jumps 45% on PTSD patent approval.

State Street warns Iran conflict poses greater economic threat than 2025 tariffs, with no diplomatic resolution in sight. Sustained energy disruptions could reignite inflation, favoring quality equities over growth.

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Trump extends Iran strikes two-three weeks; WTI crude surges 5.06% to $105.19, Brent 5.98% to $107.24. Oil up 72% in 50 days while S&P 500 down 4%, marking worst 20-year correlation.

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U.S. stock futures rise as Trump signals Iran conflict could end in two-three weeks. Treasury yields hold steady at 4.27%; markets expect no Fed rate changes in April.

S&P 500 down 9.4% over 35 days—slower than typical bear markets. Morgan Stanley sees correction nearing end with geopolitical risks already priced in.

U.S. stock futures rose Tuesday on Trump's Iran de-escalation signals. Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq gained amid geopolitical relief. Allbirds surged 19.4% on asset sale.

Iran tensions trigger global bond selloff as inflation fears drive 2-year Treasury yields up 50 bps and credit spreads widen, though Goldman Sachs warns the market has overshot.