https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-market-today-dow-pressured-by-trump-war-comments-palantir-jumps-live-coverageContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-market-today-dow-pressured-by-trump-war-comments-palantir-jumps-live-coveragehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-market-today-dow-pressured-by-trump-war-comments-palantir-jumps-live-coverage#u132705Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:45:21 +0000The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 400 points following remarks from Donald Trump ruling out a deal with Iran. Global stocks are selling off as the U.S. considers a new round of major combat operations in Iran. Oil prices jumped 4% and Treasury yields surged amid the threat of resumed war. Major indices including the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also declined, with technology stocks struggling under the pressure of geopolitical instability and previous concerns regarding AI debt financing.Why it mattersMarkets are reacting to the collapse of diplomatic efforts between the U.S. and Iran. Contin