The U.S. attack on Iran has caused a major upheaval in the financial markets, shaking the New York stock exchange. This large-scale military operation, named “Operation Grand Fury,” was carried out on February 28 and is having a significant impact on the markets.
President Trump stated that the attack targeting Iran’s nuclear and missile programs aims to prevent terrorist proxy forces from continuing to destabilize the world. Iran quickly retaliated, leading to a sharp escalation in Middle East tensions. This geopolitical instability has stimulated investors’ risk-averse sentiment.
Against this backdrop, the New York stock market has shown a decline, and major virtual assets like Bitcoin have also plummeted. Experts confirm that investors are rushing into safe assets such as gold, which is interpreted as a sign that the market is sensing uncertainty. In February, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite indices fell by 0.87% and 3.38%, respectively, indicating economic unease.
Additionally, concerns over AI-related stocks and private credit have further heightened market tension. Tech giants like NVIDIA and major asset management firms have seen significant drops, leading the market downward. Meanwhile, fears of rising U.S. inflation are intensifying, and the market is closely watching how the Federal Reserve will adjust interest rate policies.
The release of key economic indicators over the next week is expected to further influence the markets. The February employment report and January retail sales data will be critical in determining the economic outlook. Experts believe that based on these results, the Fed may also consider adjusting interest rates. This unstable environment is likely to persist for some time.
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