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Stocks had another tough week on more US/Iran news. Meanwhile, gold fell, treasury yields surged, and the dollar remained strong.

These are some of the biggest stories from the second half of the week that had an influence on market action.

Escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue to drive sharp volatility across energy markets this week. Strikes on export hubs and energy infrastructure raised concerns about supply disruptions and transportation risk through key shipping lanes. Markets reacted quickly as oil prices surged, reflecting heightened geopolitical risk and uncertainty around how long disruptions could persist.

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Oil has become the main channel through which this conflict is impacting markets. When energy prices rise quickly, it can push inflation higher and create pressure on stocks across multiple sectors. The key question now is whether disruptions remain contained or continue to escalate. If tensions stabilize, markets may calm. If not, volatility in both oil and equities is likely to persist.

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged while noting the economy is still growing and inflation remains above target. Officials pointed to rising uncertainty from global events and shifting price pressures, especially in energy and goods. Updated projections show steady growth ahead but slightly higher inflation expectations, suggesting policymakers are staying cautious as they balance economic strength with ongoing price concerns.

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The Fed is holding steady for now, but the backdrop is getting more complicated. Inflation is still running above target, and rising energy prices could push it higher in the near term. At the same time, job growth has slowed, which adds some downside risk to the economy. That combination means the Fed is likely to stay cautious, waiting for clearer signals before making any changes to rates.

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Understanding the SEP helps investors interpret how the Fed is thinking about the economy, where policy may be headed, and how changes in growth or inflation expectations can impact valuations, rates, and market positioning.

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Micron Technology $MU ( ▼ 6.97% ) delivered a blowout Q2 driven by AI memory demand and pricing strength. The stock was -1.0% this week.

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In this section, we'll be curating a selection of news headlines we think you'll find interesting. If a topic catches your eye, click the provided links to read more about it.

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Mondays are for the investors. Every Monday morning we share exactly what we’re watching in the week ahead, how we’re positioning, and even share a sneak peek into our systems and models. This week we discussed the continued effects on the market from the US/Iran war as well as the precarious situation major indexes were in heading into the week. See the latest full report here:

From an earnings and economic standpoint, next week will be quiet one. But with everything going on in the Middle East, we can’t promise it will be a calm week for markets.

Earnings season is mostly in the rear view and now get a bit of break in major reports until banks report again in a few weeks. Here is the full calendar of scheduled earnings releases:

None of the stocks we cover are scheduled to report next week.

Next week will be quiet on the economic news front, with just composite PMI, initial jobless claims, and UMich consumer sentiment on the docket.

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