https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/s-p-500-nasdaq-end-down-on-tech-stocks-investors-weigh-iran-movesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/s-p-500-nasdaq-end-down-on-tech-stocks-investors-weigh-iran-moveshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/s-p-500-nasdaq-end-down-on-tech-stocks-investors-weigh-iran-moves#u50565Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:10:45 +0000Stock futures rose after Nvidia reported earnings that surpassed analyst forecasts, leading to a gain of over 4% for the company's shares. This follows a period of subdued market activity where investors weighed inflation concerns and potential rate hikes. Meanwhile, Brent crude fell 2.8% to $87.99 per barrel as the United States increased pressure on Iran. While technology stocks previously dragged down the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, the positive Nvidia results have shifted the immediate momentum for US stock futures.Why it mattersHigh oil prices typically increase operational costs across https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/s-p-500-nasdaq-end-down-on-tech-stocks-investors-weigh-iran-moveshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/s-p-500-nasdaq-end-down-on-tech-stocks-investors-weigh-iran-moves#u48564Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:36:20 +0000The S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell due to a decline in technology stocks, as investors weigh the impact of increased Iran sanctions and anticipate Nvidia's earnings report. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 140.15 points. US futures and oil prices slipped while Treasurys remained under pressure. The market is also influenced by US-Canada trade tensions and predictions for Kevin Warsh.Why it mattersThe market pressure stems from an 'economic asphyxiation' campaign against Iran and concerns regarding AI spending and potential Canadian tariffs. The recent bond market rout lifted y https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/s-p-500-nasdaq-end-down-on-tech-stocks-investors-weigh-iran-moveshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/s-p-500-nasdaq-end-down-on-tech-stocks-investors-weigh-iran-moves#u48408Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:12:22 +0000The S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell as technology stocks dragged indices lower. Market pressure stems from an "economic asphyxiation" campaign against Iran announced by Bessent and anticipation of Nvidia earnings. US futures and oil prices also slipped while Treasurys remained under pressure. Investors are currently weighing the impact of increased Iran sanctions alongside broader concerns regarding AI spending and potential Canadian tariffs.Why it mattersTech stocks often drive broader market sentiment due to their heavy weighting in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Geopolitical instability