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Nasdaq Futures Drop 1.1% in Global Tech Sell-Off

Nasdaq futures dropped 1.1% on June 26, 2026, as a global technology sell-off resumed amid concerns over high valuations, production cuts, and rising volatility. S&P 500 futures also slid, pointing to a weak open for US markets with tech-heavy portfolios facing the sharpest pressure.

Nasdaq, S&P 500 Drop on AI Valuation Concerns

The Nasdaq fell 1.12% and the S&P 500 dropped 0.56% as investors grew cautious about AI-linked stocks, while the Dow rose 0.22%. The split signals a rotation away from high-growth tech names as markets demand harder proof that AI spending is turning into real earnings.

Oil Hits $100 as Hormuz Stays Shut

U.S. crude oil crossed $100 a barrel after the Strait of Hormuz stayed closed due to a standoff involving Iran. The closure cuts off a major global oil route, lifting energy prices and pulling the S&P 500 lower as investors weigh rising costs.

Pharma Stock Outperforms S&P 500 Over Ten Years

An unnamed pharmaceutical stock has outperformed the S&P 500 over a ten-year period, according to a new report. Sustained outperformance in drug equities typically reflects durable patent protection, pricing power, and pipeline execution compounding over time.

Stocks Rise as Iran Declares Hormuz Strait Open

U.S. stock indexes including the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones climbed after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz 'completely open,' reducing fears of an oil supply disruption. The Strait is a critical chokepoint for roughly 20% of global oil flows, and geopolitical risk had been pressuring equity sentiment. Markets

S&P 500 Hits Record, Nasdaq Extends 2017-Era Streak

The S&P 500 gained 0.3% to another record close, posting only one daily decline in April and rising more than 7% month-to-date. The Nasdaq logged its longest winning streak since 2017, with ceasefire optimism and ongoing earnings driving broad risk appetite. Energy and real estate led sector gains.

S&P 500 Tops 7,000 First Time, Nasdaq Records High

The S&P 500 closed above 7,000 for the first time in history while the Nasdaq hit a record high, fully recovering losses tied to Iran war fears. The twin milestones signal a sharp repricing of geopolitical risk and renewed appetite for equities, particularly growth stocks.

Asian Stocks Rise as Iran Talks Lift Wall Street Records

The MSCI Asia Pacific Index gained 0.4% Thursday after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 closed at record highs, with Bank of America and Morgan Stanley beating revenue estimates. Traders are pricing in easing Middle East tensions and lower oil prices as a tailwind for global growth.

Wall Street Rises on Earnings and Middle East Truce Hopes

All three major U.S. indexes rose modestly Tuesday, with the S&P 500 up 0.21%, the Dow up 0.19%, and the Nasdaq up 0.19%. Solid corporate earnings and hopes of Middle East ceasefire talks drove the broad-based advance. Continued earnings results and diplomatic developments will determine whether the rally holds.

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U.S. Oil Hits $100 As Iran Stalemate Keeps Hormuz Shut; S&P 500 Falls

U.S. crude oil crossed $100 a barrel after the Strait of Hormuz stayed closed due to a standoff involving Iran. The closure cuts off a major global oil route, lifting energy prices and pulling the S&P 500 lower as investors weigh rising costs.

2mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs

This Drug Stock Has Crushed the S&P 500 Over the Last Decade

An unnamed pharmaceutical stock has outperformed the S&P 500 over a ten-year period, according to a new report. Sustained outperformance in drug equities typically reflects durable patent protection, pricing power, and pipeline execution compounding over time.

2mo ago · 1 min · Markets

Global Markets: Asian stocks rise, US hits record on Iran talks

The MSCI Asia Pacific Index gained 0.4% Thursday after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 closed at record highs, with Bank of America and Morgan Stanley beating revenue estimates. Traders are pricing in easing Middle East tensions and lower oil prices as a tailwind for global growth.

2mo ago · 1 min · Markets

Wall Street gains on a wave of solid earnings, hopes of Middle East truce talks

All three major U.S. indexes rose modestly Tuesday, with the S&P 500 up 0.21%, the Dow up 0.19%, and the Nasdaq up 0.19%. Solid corporate earnings and hopes of Middle East ceasefire talks drove the broad-based advance. Continued earnings results and diplomatic developments will determine whether the rally holds.

2mo ago · 1 min · Markets

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